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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of acknowledging our lineage, of saving hungry ghosts, and of the inner and outer demons we encounter in our practice.

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]]>44:19nohalloween,meditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullClouds and WaterMon, 12 Nov 2018 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a passage from Section 9 of the Diamond Sutra.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a passage from Section 9 of the Diamond Sutra.

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]]>42:44noIn this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a passage from Section 9 of the Diamond Sutra.fullSweeping the LeavesMon, 05 Nov 2018 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a passage from Chapter 5 of the Diamond Sutra, "Understanding the Ultimate Principle of Reality".

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a passage from Chapter 5 of the Diamond Sutra, "Understanding the Ultimate Principle of Reality".

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]]>22:05notalk,meditation,buddhism,diamond,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,sutra,zazenIn this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a passage from Chapter 5 of the Diamond Sutra, "Understanding the Ultimate Principle of Reality".fullFace what AppearsMon, 29 Oct 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a reading from Master Hongzhi's Cultivating the Empty Field.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a reading from Master Hongzhi's Cultivating the Empty Field.

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]]>26:27notalk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullMeet the World Without ObstructionMon, 22 Oct 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Hongzhi's practice instructions and how the act as a model of manking the Dharma present as we encounter a challenging world

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Hongzhi's practice instructions and how the act as a model of manking the Dharma present as we encounter a challenging world

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]]>28:57nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,toledo,hongzhifullEngaging in PracticeMon, 15 Oct 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses recent ways in which practitioners have been engaging in dharma practice in and around the temple.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses recent ways in which practitioners have been engaging in dharma practice in and around the temple.

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]]>21:05notalk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,practice,temple,toledo,zazen,teishofullWhat is Transmitted?Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the nature of seals as they are used to transmit the Dharma in Zen. What is actually transmitted?

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the nature of seals as they are used to transmit the Dharma in Zen. What is actually transmitted?

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]]>39:20nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharmafullTaking Refuge in Buddha & DharmaMon, 01 Oct 2018 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the liturgy and how taking refuge in Buddha and Dharma show up in our lives.

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the liturgy and how taking refuge in Buddha and Dharma show up in our lives.

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]]>24:02nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullThe Meaning of Coming From the WestMon, 24 Sep 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Case 17 of the Blue Cliff Record.

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Case 17 of the Blue Cliff Record.

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]]>26:36nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddhafullStudent of the DharmaMon, 17 Sep 2018 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores how we can deepen our practice and become a student of the Dharma by discussing the Shoken Covenant.

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores how we can deepen our practice and become a student of the Dharma by discussing the Shoken Covenant.

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]]>22:46nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,sangha,temple,toledo,shokenfullThe Seamless TombThu, 13 Sep 2018 16:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses Case 18 from the Blue Cliff Record, The Seamless Tomb.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses Case 18 from the Blue Cliff Record, The Seamless Tomb.

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]]>22:29notalk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,koan,zazenfullOn the Edge of AngoMon, 10 Sep 2018 10:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei prepares for Fall Ango with the Sangha by exploring the opening chapter of the Diamond Dutra

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei prepares for Fall Ango with the Sangha by exploring the opening chapter of the Diamond Dutra

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses Case 19 from the Blue Cliff Record, Gutei's One-Finger Zen.

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]]>29:19notalk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,koan,zazen,hekiganrokufullZazen and PostureMon, 20 Aug 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses the importance of zazen posture and taking care of the body.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses the importance of zazen posture and taking care of the body.

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]]>01:00:54norecord,talk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullThe Man in The WeedsMon, 13 Aug 2018 13:00:00 +0000The Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the barriers we encounter and create in practice and how the teacher student relationship can help to break through them.

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]]>The Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the barriers we encounter and create in practice and how the teacher student relationship can help to break through them.

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]]>28:36nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,koanfullRitual and ExpressionMon, 06 Aug 2018 13:00:00 +0000The Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the way we use ritual in our own lives, whether spiritual or secular.

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]]>The Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the way we use ritual in our own lives, whether spiritual or secular.

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]]>19:14nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddhafullThe Times in BetweenMon, 30 Jul 2018 13:00:00 +0000 This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores how we navigate the times in between the things that arise in our lives and how it relates to the precepts.

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]]> This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores how we navigate the times in between the things that arise in our lives and how it relates to the precepts.

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]]>18:25nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullMother's DayMon, 23 Jul 2018 13:00:00 +0000This talk was given on Mother's Day, 2018 at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Join Rinsen Sensei as he explores the pivotal role of mothers in our lives and invites the mothers of the Sangha to voice their perspective.]]>This talk was given on Mother's Day, 2018 at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Join Rinsen Sensei as he explores the pivotal role of mothers in our lives and invites the mothers of the Sangha to voice their perspective.]]>26:37nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddhafullThe Appropriate Comment Mon, 16 Jul 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei talks about case 14 of the Blue Cliff Record. He reflects on what the causes and conditions are that enable our practice, and how lucky we are to be able to practice. He also asks what we can take, for a lifetime, from our practice.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei talks about case 14 of the Blue Cliff Record. He reflects on what the causes and conditions are that enable our practice, and how lucky we are to be able to practice. He also asks what we can take, for a lifetime, from our practice.

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]]>21:30nomeditation,buddhism,blue,zen,clifffullNovice Acknowledgement CeremonyWed, 11 Jul 2018 13:00:00 +0000This talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo in June of 2018. In this talk, Sensei offers opening comments at the Sangha's first Novice Acknowledgement Ceremony, where 5 postulants make the transition to the Novitiate. Join Sensei as he explores the nature of the Buddhist priesthood as it exists in its various forms.

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]]>This talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo in June of 2018. In this talk, Sensei offers opening comments at the Sangha's first Novice Acknowledgement Ceremony, where 5 postulants make the transition to the Novitiate. Join Sensei as he explores the nature of the Buddhist priesthood as it exists in its various forms.

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]]>16:54nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,sotofullSnow in a Silver BowlMon, 09 Jul 2018 13:00:00 +0000The Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 13 of the Blue Cliff Record "Snow in a Silver Bowl".

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]]>The Dharma Talk was given By Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 13 of the Blue Cliff Record "Snow in a Silver Bowl".

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]]>22:30nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,toledo,koan,zazenfullBody PracticeMon, 02 Jul 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

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]]>21:06notalk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,koan,zazenfullTaking RefugeMon, 25 Jun 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses what it means to take refuge in the three treasures of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses what it means to take refuge in the three treasures of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.

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]]>24:45notalk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,taking,temple,toledo,refugefullAn Upside Down StatementMon, 18 Jun 2018 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores Blue Cliff Record Case 15, An Upside Down Statement. Rinsen Sensei also discusses how having clear ways to relate to our space and each other provides an answer to the question of how we belong.

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores Blue Cliff Record Case 15, An Upside Down Statement. Rinsen Sensei also discusses how having clear ways to relate to our space and each other provides an answer to the question of how we belong.

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]]>19:52nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,bluecliffrecordfullHongzhi's Guidepost of Silent IlluminationMon, 11 Jun 2018 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the teachings of the early 11th Century Chinese teacher Master Hongzhi.

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the teachings of the early 11th Century Chinese teacher Master Hongzhi.

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]]>27:21nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullGobblers of DregsMon, 04 Jun 2018 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the Blue Cliff Record Case 11, Gobblers of Dregs. Are there teachers of Zen? How can one fly through the sky without wings?

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the Blue Cliff Record Case 11, Gobblers of Dregs. Are there teachers of Zen? How can one fly through the sky without wings?

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]]>25:12nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,bluecliffrecordfullGrief, Loss, and ChangeMon, 28 May 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do'on Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen and Do'on talk about grief, loss and change, and how we can work with and integrate these experiences into our lives, so that they generate compassion rather than suffering.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do'on Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen and Do'on talk about grief, loss and change, and how we can work with and integrate these experiences into our lives, so that they generate compassion rather than suffering.

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]]>20:23nomeditation,buddhism,zen,compassion,grieffullThree Pounds of FlaxMon, 21 May 2018 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of living as your true self through the Blue Cliff Record Case 12, Three Pounds of Flax.

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of living as your true self through the Blue Cliff Record Case 12, Three Pounds of Flax.

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]]>35:10nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,bluecliffrecordfullAngo MondoMon, 14 May 2018 13:00:00 +0000In this podcast, Rinsen Sensei invites Sangha members to ask questions about practice.]]>In this podcast, Rinsen Sensei invites Sangha members to ask questions about practice.]]>34:03nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddhafullThe Thieving PhoneyMon, 07 May 2018 13:00:00 +0000This talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Sensei explores Case 10 of the Blue Cliff Record.

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]]>This talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Sensei explores Case 10 of the Blue Cliff Record.

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]]>28:52nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,koanfullLiving the Life of RealityMon, 30 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0000 This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores practice, death, the precepts, and being and practicing in relationships.

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]]> This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores practice, death, the precepts, and being and practicing in relationships.

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]]>26:49nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullThe Practice of DyingMon, 23 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0000In this Talk, Rinsen Sensei explores how Buddhist practice encounters the very common yet power experience death and dying. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a contribution ot this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>In this Talk, Rinsen Sensei explores how Buddhist practice encounters the very common yet power experience death and dying. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a contribution ot this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>17:28nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,zazenfullMaster Joshu's Four GatesMon, 16 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0000 This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores who we are within the Dharma eye with the case of Master Joshu’s Four Gates.

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]]> This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores who we are within the Dharma eye with the case of Master Joshu’s Four Gates.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a quote from Suzuki Roshi's Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind.

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]]>20:04notalk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullThe Flower of the DharmaMon, 02 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a passage from the Hokke-Ten-Hokke, "The Dharma Flower Turns the Dharma Flower" from Master Dogen's Shobogenzo.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a passage from the Hokke-Ten-Hokke, "The Dharma Flower Turns the Dharma Flower" from Master Dogen's Shobogenzo.

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]]>40:55notalk,meditation,buddhism,discussion,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,sutra,lotus,zazen,dogen,shobogenzofullThe Fragrance of VirtueMon, 26 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0000This talk was given by the Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Sensei utilizes the Dhammapada and an excerpt from the home liturgy to explore the place of virtue in the practice of the Buddhadharma.

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]]>This talk was given by the Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Sensei utilizes the Dhammapada and an excerpt from the home liturgy to explore the place of virtue in the practice of the Buddhadharma.

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]]>27:16nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,dhammapada,meditaitonfullSuigan's EyebrowsMon, 19 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Sensei delves into Case #8 of the Blue Cliff Record, "Suigan's Eyebrows". To see the deepest truth of ourselves, we need to see it for ourselves. How do teacher's guide us without just giving it to us? That which is handed to us, has no power for the road.

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Sensei delves into Case #8 of the Blue Cliff Record, "Suigan's Eyebrows". To see the deepest truth of ourselves, we need to see it for ourselves. How do teacher's guide us without just giving it to us? That which is handed to us, has no power for the road.

To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

]]>28:55nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,toledo,rinsenfullDo Not Squander Your LifeMon, 12 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0000This Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei during Ango opening Sesshin on Saturday, March 3rd 2018. Here Rinsen reminds us that death waits for all of us but not a a frightening enemy. Death can be encountered and a companion to our lives, reminding us that our time is limited.

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]]>This Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei during Ango opening Sesshin on Saturday, March 3rd 2018. Here Rinsen reminds us that death waits for all of us but not a a frightening enemy. Death can be encountered and a companion to our lives, reminding us that our time is limited.

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]]>32:49nodeath,meditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,angofullAngo Opening CommentsMon, 05 Mar 2018 14:00:00 +0000Ango is 90 day period in which we resolve to intensify our practice. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei offers comments for our Spring Ango Opening ceremony. In this Ango we will be exploring the topic of death and how it functions as a vehicle of the Dharma.]]>Ango is 90 day period in which we resolve to intensify our practice. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei offers comments for our Spring Ango Opening ceremony. In this Ango we will be exploring the topic of death and how it functions as a vehicle of the Dharma.]]>13:10nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,angofullNehan and the Death of the BuddhaMon, 26 Feb 2018 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, given on Nehan, the commemoration of the Buddha’s death, Rinsen Sensei talks about the Buddhist conception of death, and also how the practice of Buddhism continues even after the death of the historical Buddha.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, given on Nehan, the commemoration of the Buddha’s death, Rinsen Sensei talks about the Buddhist conception of death, and also how the practice of Buddhism continues even after the death of the historical Buddha.

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]]>23:11nodeath,meditation,buddhism,zen,buddhafullThe Value of the SanghaMon, 19 Feb 2018 14:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the Value of the Sangha. Practicing compassion together can strengthen your practice and the practice of others. You can be real within the Sangha.

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]]>This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the Value of the Sangha. Practicing compassion together can strengthen your practice and the practice of others. You can be real within the Sangha.

If you would;d like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>27:56nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,sangha,zazenfullYou Are EchoMon, 12 Feb 2018 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk and discussion was lead by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei during sesshin with the Buddhist Temple of Toledo in January of 2018.

]]>56:39nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,koanfullEvery Day Is A Good Day Mon, 05 Feb 2018 04:59:48 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei talks about case 6 of the Blue Cliff Record. What does it mean to say that every day is a good day? Does that mean that if one just will do the practice, all one’s problems will go away and life will be all unicorns and roses?

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei talks about case 6 of the Blue Cliff Record. What does it mean to say that every day is a good day? Does that mean that if one just will do the practice, all one’s problems will go away and life will be all unicorns and roses?

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]]>20:18nomeditation,buddhism,zenfullWakefulness and Seeing ClearlyMon, 29 Jan 2018 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a verse on wakefulness from Chapter 2 of the Dhammapada.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses a verse on wakefulness from Chapter 2 of the Dhammapada.

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If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, or to make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>24:54norecord,meditation,buddhism,blue,zen,buddhist,buddha,cliff,temple,toledo,koan,zazenfullBodhi Day and the Story of the BuddhaMon, 15 Jan 2018 14:00:00 +0000

This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei relates the story of the Buddha on Bodhi Day.

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This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei relates the story of the Buddha on Bodhi Day.

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]]>48:29nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazen,shokenfullThe Light and the Dark Mon, 08 Jan 2018 14:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei of the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the question of how we can use the difficult aspects (or people) in our lives to practice compassion and patience.

If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org]]>This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei of the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the question of how we can use the difficult aspects (or people) in our lives to practice compassion and patience. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org]]>25:36nobuddhism,zen,compassion,patiencefullTokusan Visits IsanMon, 01 Jan 2018 14:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei of The Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores Peace, Solitude and Silence, Zen-ness, if you will. By reviewing the Blue Cliff Record case number 4 we understand that honoring stillness is of value to who we are.

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]]>This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei of The Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores Peace, Solitude and Silence, Zen-ness, if you will. By reviewing the Blue Cliff Record case number 4 we understand that honoring stillness is of value to who we are.

If you would like to learn more about The Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>29:01nobuddhism,peace,sacred,zen,buddhist,silencefullWisdom of the LineageMon, 25 Dec 2017 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei turns to the Dhammapada to examine a teaching on blame and anger that points us towards the lineage of enlightened women and men who have uncovered the Dharma that covers every moment of our lives.

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei turns to the Dhammapada to examine a teaching on blame and anger that points us towards the lineage of enlightened women and men who have uncovered the Dharma that covers every moment of our lives.

To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>24:15nofullWhat Do We Mean By "Practice"?Mon, 18 Dec 2017 14:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei digs in to the term "practice" and explores case 3 of the Blue Cliff Record, "Master Ba is Unwell".

This case explores the true meaning of Buddha-nature. How do we go from chasing pleasure and running from pain to expressing our true nature?

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei digs in to the term "practice" and explores case 3 of the Blue Cliff Record, "Master Ba is Unwell".

This case explores the true meaning of Buddha-nature. How do we go from chasing pleasure and running from pain to expressing our true nature?

If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>21:25nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,practicefullHeart SongMon, 11 Dec 2017 14:00:00 +0000 This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the spiritual side of our practice and the importance of encountering this aspect in our own lives.

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]]> This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the spiritual side of our practice and the importance of encountering this aspect in our own lives.

If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>21:23nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullSpecial AnnouncementThu, 07 Dec 2017 14:00:00 +0000Starting on Monday, December 11, BTT Podcasts will be published once a week.

Through the support of listeners like you, we are able to continue to bring you Dharma talks from the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. The Temple podcasts are free to everyone, and we would especially like to thank those of you who are able to help support this effort financially; we wouldn’t be able to do this without you! Thank you all for your support, whether you are simply listening to the talks, telling others about them and/or through your generous financial support.

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Thank you for listening!

]]>Starting on Monday, December 11, BTT Podcasts will be published once a week.

Through the support of listeners like you, we are able to continue to bring you Dharma talks from the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. The Temple podcasts are free to everyone, and we would especially like to thank those of you who are able to help support this effort financially; we wouldn’t be able to do this without you! Thank you all for your support, whether you are simply listening to the talks, telling others about them and/or through your generous financial support.

If you want to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

This case explores the pitfalls of picking and choosing, but what does that mean in a life that requires many decisions?

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 2 of the Blue Cliff Record, "Joshu's Supreme Way".

This case explores the pitfalls of picking and choosing, but what does that mean in a life that requires many decisions?

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]]>24:28nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,joshu,koanfullWhat Does It Mean to Live Simply?What Does It Mean to Live Simply?Thu, 30 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

In this talk, Reverend Rinsen continues to explore the ango subject of simplicity and explores how Master Dogen talks about desire in his teachings and how that compares to the Eight Awakenings of Great Beings, said to be The Buddha's final teaching.

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

In this talk, Reverend Rinsen continues to explore the ango subject of simplicity and explores how Master Dogen talks about desire in his teachings and how that compares to the Eight Awakenings of Great Beings, said to be The Buddha's final teaching.

To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>16:17nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,dogenfullHow Much is Enough?How Much Is Enough?Mon, 27 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

In this talk, Reverend Rinsen explores the second awakening of Master Dogen's The Eight Awakenings of Great Beings. This awakening challenges us to be aware of how much we actually need in any given moment or situation.

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

In this talk, Reverend Rinsen explores the second awakening of Master Dogen's The Eight Awakenings of Great Beings. This awakening challenges us to be aware of how much we actually need in any given moment or situation.

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]]>21:37nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,dogenfullThe Edge of Your PracticeThu, 23 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000 This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of facing ourselves so that we can grow within our own practice.

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]]> This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of facing ourselves so that we can grow within our own practice.

If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

]]>28:21nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullShokenMon, 20 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the teacher student relationship in terms of the the covenant used with Shoken Students at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Through this public covenant, Shoken Students make a formal commitment to their training and to service in the Sangha.

To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the teacher student relationship in terms of the the covenant used with Shoken Students at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Through this public covenant, Shoken Students make a formal commitment to their training and to service in the Sangha.

To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

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]]>24:17nomemorial,meditation,zen,buddhist,toledo,jinzanfullEncountering Your LifeMon, 13 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000 This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the growth you experience when you truly see and work with your own life.

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]]> This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the growth you experience when you truly see and work with your own life.

If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

]]>27:34nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullWumen's Postscript to the Gateless GateThu, 09 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this episode, Rinsen Sensei explores Wumen's or (Mumon) postscript to the Gateless Gate written at the end of the summer teachings in 1228. The Gateless Gate is a central study of Zen Buddhist.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this episode, Rinsen Sensei explores Wumen's or (Mumon) postscript to the Gateless Gate written at the end of the summer teachings in 1228. The Gateless Gate is a central study of Zen Buddhist.

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]]>29:13nogate,buddhism,zen,buddhist,gateless,koansfullKanzeon Moves In The WorldMon, 06 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei examines the role of Kanzeon Bodhisattva. This traditional Buddhist manifestation of compassion is more than a statue, but is embodied the various aspect of yourself. How is that the Bodhisattva of compassion moves through the world? How do you move through the world dear one?

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei examines the role of Kanzeon Bodhisattva. This traditional Buddhist manifestation of compassion is more than a statue, but is embodied the various aspect of yourself. How is that the Bodhisattva of compassion moves through the world? How do you move through the world dear one?

To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>24:29nomeditation,buddhism,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazen,rinsen,kanzeonfullTending the GardenThu, 02 Nov 2017 13:00:00 +0000 This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of carrying your practice with you throughout all aspects of your life, including your interactions with the greater community.

If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

]]> This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of carrying your practice with you throughout all aspects of your life, including your interactions with the greater community.

If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

]]>23:55nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullThe Cloister of Daily LifeMon, 30 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen examines the monastic training tradition that has transmitted Zen practice for over 2000 years. How can we engage in this practice outside of the monastery in the modern world?

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen examines the monastic training tradition that has transmitted Zen practice for over 2000 years. How can we engage in this practice outside of the monastery in the modern world?

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]]>18:16nofullBecoming The WayThu, 26 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores becoming the Way, the importance of showing up knowing that you don't know, and letting go of the need to know.

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores becoming the Way, the importance of showing up knowing that you don't know, and letting go of the need to know.

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]]>24:40nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullWu-Tsu's BuffaloMon, 23 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Sensei uses Case 38 of the Gateless Gate (Wu-Tsu's Buffalo Passes Through a Window) to examine how the seemingly opaque stories of the koan tradition can be used to bring life and immediacy to our Zen practice.

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]]>This Dharma Talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Sensei uses Case 38 of the Gateless Gate (Wu-Tsu's Buffalo Passes Through a Window) to examine how the seemingly opaque stories of the koan tradition can be used to bring life and immediacy to our Zen practice.

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]]>25:15nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,koanfullSeasons of TrainingThu, 19 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000Hunger for the Great Way is essential if you are to complete Zen training. However, it is not a sprint. It is the effort of a lifetime. So how do you pace yourself?

In this Dharma Talk given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, he explores the role that Ango plays in the annual training cycle, and why it is important to intensify and relax at the correct times.

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]]>Hunger for the Great Way is essential if you are to complete Zen training. However, it is not a sprint. It is the effort of a lifetime. So how do you pace yourself?

In this Dharma Talk given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, he explores the role that Ango plays in the annual training cycle, and why it is important to intensify and relax at the correct times.

To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

]]>22:08nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,ango,zazen,toldeofullFinding Your True SelfFinding Your True Self Mon, 16 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000This is a dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 38 of the Gateless Gate (Wuzu’s ox tail). Rinsen Sensei asks how we can discover our true selves and live authentically, rather than get hooked into the stories we (and others) tell.

If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.]]>This is a dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 38 of the Gateless Gate (Wuzu’s ox tail). Rinsen Sensei asks how we can discover our true selves and live authentically, rather than get hooked into the stories we (and others) tell. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.]]>25:05nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,temple,toledofullThe Buddha's PassingThu, 12 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Illness, Old Age, and Death with the Passing of Buddha and his final teaching from his Death Bed.

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]]>This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Illness, Old Age, and Death with the Passing of Buddha and his final teaching from his Death Bed.

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]]>18:27noold,death,age,illness,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddhafullRadiating MindMon, 09 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000 This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the radiating mind and what is left when we drop the stories we create about ourselves.

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]]> This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the radiating mind and what is left when we drop the stories we create about ourselves.

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]]>27:28yesmeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullBuddhist Temple of ToledoRefuge Opens the PathThu, 05 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores how taking Refuge in the Buddha and the teachings is the opening step to practice of the Way.

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]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores how taking Refuge in the Buddha and the teachings is the opening step to practice of the Way.

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]]>17:56nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullWisdom is not the TaoMon, 02 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Sensei explores the ]]>This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Sensei explores the ]]>32:40nofullAt One With the TaoThu, 28 Sep 2017 13:00:00 +0000This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen uses case 97 from the Book of Serenity. Rinsen uses this ancient case to explore how we meet the reality of each moment in a world of ever changing and unexpected circumstances.

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]]>This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen uses case 97 from the Book of Serenity. Rinsen uses this ancient case to explore how we meet the reality of each moment in a world of ever changing and unexpected circumstances.

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]]>33:10nomeditation,buddhism,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,tao,zazenfullThe Importance of SesshinMon, 25 Sep 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei talks about practicing within the community and the importance of Sesshin.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei talks about practicing within the community and the importance of Sesshin.

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]]>28:42nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullMeeting This Very MomentMeeting This Very MomentThu, 21 Sep 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen Sensei presents case 33 of the Gateless Gate, “Mazu’s Not Mind, Not Buddha.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen Sensei presents case 33 of the Gateless Gate, “Mazu’s Not Mind, Not Buddha.

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]]>29:14noThis Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen Sensei presents case 33 of the Gateless Gate, “Mazu’s Not Mind, Not Buddha.
If you would like learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, or to make a contribution to this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.fullThe Buddha Responds to an OutsiderMon, 18 Sep 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 32 of the Mumonkan, “The Buddha Responds to an Outsider"

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 32 of the Mumonkan, “The Buddha Responds to an Outsider"

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]]>33:46nofullLet's Have a ConversationThu, 14 Sep 2017 13:00:00 +0000This question and answer period was lead by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen departs from the usual talk format and takes questions from the Sangha.

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]]>This question and answer period was lead by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen departs from the usual talk format and takes questions from the Sangha.

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]]>34:04nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,mondo,temple,toledo,zazenfullBodhi DayThu, 07 Sep 2017 12:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei talks about the story of the Buddha and Bodhi Day.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei talks about the story of the Buddha and Bodhi Day.

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]]>22:22nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullJoshu Investigates an Old WomanMon, 04 Sep 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk and discussion was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen Sensei discusses the physicality of sitting zazen and it’s importance to our practice before diving into case 31 of the Gateless Gate.

“Joshu Investigates an Old Woman” tells of Master Joshu’s encounter with an old lady selling cakes at the side of the road. But this is no ordinary woman. What did Joshu see? Rinsen discusses the difference between koan study and koan introspection as tools in examining these seemingly opaque tales.

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]]>This Dharma talk and discussion was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen Sensei discusses the physicality of sitting zazen and it’s importance to our practice before diving into case 31 of the Gateless Gate.

“Joshu Investigates an Old Woman” tells of Master Joshu’s encounter with an old lady selling cakes at the side of the road. But this is no ordinary woman. What did Joshu see? Rinsen discusses the difference between koan study and koan introspection as tools in examining these seemingly opaque tales.

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]]>37:39nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,joshu,zazen,rinsenfullJoshu's Oak TreeThu, 31 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk and discussion was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 37 of the Gateless Gate, (Joshu’s Oak Tree). Rinsen explores the nature of koan practice and how it can be used to help us unhook from the words that describe a moment, and plug directly into that moment.

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]]>This Dharma talk and discussion was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 37 of the Gateless Gate, (Joshu’s Oak Tree). Rinsen explores the nature of koan practice and how it can be used to help us unhook from the words that describe a moment, and plug directly into that moment.

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]]>43:50nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullContemplative IntelligenceMon, 28 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses the kind of intelligence that goes beyond boundaries.

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses the kind of intelligence that goes beyond boundaries.

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]]>15:42nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullHow Do You Respond to Hate?Thu, 24 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen Sensei addresses a hate crime that occurred in the Toledo area, and the response of the community.

The teachings of Buddhism present a response of compassion that is not surrender or acquiescence. How do we get to that place, when our conditioning pushes to meet anger with anger?

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]]>This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen Sensei addresses a hate crime that occurred in the Toledo area, and the response of the community.

The teachings of Buddhism present a response of compassion that is not surrender or acquiescence. How do we get to that place, when our conditioning pushes to meet anger with anger?

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]]>18:44nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullYunmen's "You Have Misspoken"Mon, 21 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Case 39 of the Gateless Gate, Yunmen's "You Have Misspoken".

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]]>This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Case 39 of the Gateless Gate, Yunmen's "You Have Misspoken".

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]]>29:44nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,koan,zazen,mumonkanfullThe Original Perfection is ThereThu, 17 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000This talk Dharma talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo during Spring Ango of 2017. Rinsen explores the nature of fundamental perfection and how it runs counter to the stories we tend to tell about ourselves.

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]]>This talk Dharma talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo during Spring Ango of 2017. Rinsen explores the nature of fundamental perfection and how it runs counter to the stories we tend to tell about ourselves.

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]]>20:53nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledofullDrop Into the MysteryMon, 14 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000In this Dharma talk, Rinsen Sensei uses Tosotsu’s Three Barriers (Gateless Gate case #47) as a tool to examine the way we navigate our Buddhist practice. Rinsen emphasizes that we don’t have to have a logical understanding of the entire process for it to do its work.

Often, we interrupt our own practice by insisting that we have more mental candy. In the Dharma we are invited to let go of the mental candy. Learn to sit and trust the sitting. Allow for time to digest and integrate.

]]>In this Dharma talk, Rinsen Sensei uses Tosotsu’s Three Barriers (Gateless Gate case #47) as a tool to examine the way we navigate our Buddhist practice. Rinsen emphasizes that we don’t have to have a logical understanding of the entire process for it to do its work.

Often, we interrupt our own practice by insisting that we have more mental candy. In the Dharma we are invited to let go of the mental candy. Learn to sit and trust the sitting. Allow for time to digest and integrate.

]]>29:02nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,zazenfullGive Yourself to YourselfThu, 10 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000This Dharma talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo in 2016

Everything that we do depends in the state of our heart and mind. Our own actions, however good can be tainted if our heart is not centred in wisdom and equanimity. The ability to respond fully and freely to the troubles of the world depends not being attached to our vision of the desired outcome. For this reason, in the practice of Zen, if you want to save the world, you start with Zazen.

]]>This Dharma talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo in 2016

Everything that we do depends in the state of our heart and mind. Our own actions, however good can be tainted if our heart is not centred in wisdom and equanimity. The ability to respond fully and freely to the troubles of the world depends not being attached to our vision of the desired outcome. For this reason, in the practice of Zen, if you want to save the world, you start with Zazen.

]]>13:41nomeditation,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,rinsenfullKyozan's Sermon from the Third SeatMon, 07 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000How do you respond when neither words nor silence will do? Rinsen Sensei explores the imperative to answer this moment in this dharma talk.]]>How do you respond when neither words nor silence will do? Rinsen Sensei explores the imperative to answer this moment in this dharma talk.]]>49:59nogate,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,toledo,koan,gatelessfullWild HorsesThu, 03 Aug 2017 13:00:00 +0000This dharma talk was given by Rinsen Sensei, Abbot of the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

In this talk, Rinsen Sensei returns to the teachings of the 14th Century Korean Zen Master, T’aego Bowu. Rinsen explores the balance of bravery and compassion that we must have with ourselves as we train the wild horses that are our own mind.

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]]>This dharma talk was given by Rinsen Sensei, Abbot of the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

In this talk, Rinsen Sensei returns to the teachings of the 14th Century Korean Zen Master, T’aego Bowu. Rinsen explores the balance of bravery and compassion that we must have with ourselves as we train the wild horses that are our own mind.

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Rinsen Sensei draws on Case 24 of the Mumonkon, Fuketsu’s “Equality and Differentiation”

The living Dharma is not a matter of knowing the correct philosophical assertions. When pressed to respond by the imperative of this life, how will we show up?

]]>This dharma talk given by Rinsen Sensei, Abbot of the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

Rinsen Sensei draws on Case 24 of the Mumonkon, Fuketsu’s “Equality and Differentiation”

The living Dharma is not a matter of knowing the correct philosophical assertions. When pressed to respond by the imperative of this life, how will we show up?

]]>21:48nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,sensei,toledo,koan,zazen,rinsenfullTransmitting the One RobeSat, 29 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000This dharma talk was given by Rinsen Sensei on Wednesday, July 26, 2017. Working with Case 23 of the Gateless Gate, Rinsen Sensei explores the story and meaning of the transmission of the Buddha’s Robe. The talk was given as the 2017 Jukai initiates each sewed their rakusu in preparation for their Jukai ceremony, continuing the transmission.]]>This dharma talk was given by Rinsen Sensei on Wednesday, July 26, 2017. Working with Case 23 of the Gateless Gate, Rinsen Sensei explores the story and meaning of the transmission of the Buddha’s Robe. The talk was given as the 2017 Jukai initiates each sewed their rakusu in preparation for their Jukai ceremony, continuing the transmission.]]>33:46nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,temple,robe,toledo,jukai,rinsenfullSewing the Buddha's RobeThu, 27 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000The Buddhist Temple of Toledo presents a talk and discussion lead by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik during a Jukai Sesshin in August of 2016.

Reverend Rinsen begins with Case 23 of the Gateless Gate, "Huineng's Neither Good Nor Evil", and expands on the story of the 6th ancestor in the Zen lineage.

Huineng's transmission was not well received by his fellow monks. A monk named Ming chased the 6th Ancestor across the countryside, leading to a famous encounter that points towards the nature of attachment and the relationship between the Dharma and the Robe of the Buddha. What is most important in this practice?

]]>The Buddhist Temple of Toledo presents a talk and discussion lead by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik during a Jukai Sesshin in August of 2016.

Reverend Rinsen begins with Case 23 of the Gateless Gate, "Huineng's Neither Good Nor Evil", and expands on the story of the 6th ancestor in the Zen lineage.

Huineng's transmission was not well received by his fellow monks. A monk named Ming chased the 6th Ancestor across the countryside, leading to a famous encounter that points towards the nature of attachment and the relationship between the Dharma and the Robe of the Buddha. What is most important in this practice?

How does the an awakened mind encounter the daily activities of this world? Is it any different than everyday mind?

In this talk, Rinsen explores this question, beginning with a reading from the Dogen’s fascicle called “Kajo” meaning “Everyday Activity”.

]]>33:30nozen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,temple,toledo,zazen,dogen,rinsen,kajoBearing Witness to What Comes UpThu, 20 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo in 2016. In this talk, Rinsen explores the importance of working with a teacher, especially as one tries to practice in the face of difficult times.

In seeking the path of compassion we a pointed back to our cushion and the practice of zazen. Zazen is the place where we can loosen our attachments to wrong views about suffering. How do we do this? By embracing the spiritual "not knowing" of the moment and bearing witness to what comes up in our mind-stream.

]]>This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo in 2016. In this talk, Rinsen explores the importance of working with a teacher, especially as one tries to practice in the face of difficult times.

In seeking the path of compassion we a pointed back to our cushion and the practice of zazen. Zazen is the place where we can loosen our attachments to wrong views about suffering. How do we do this? By embracing the spiritual "not knowing" of the moment and bearing witness to what comes up in our mind-stream.

]]>20:02nobuddhism,buddhist,buddha,compassion,practice,temple,toledo,zazen,rinsenBeyond Easy and DifficultMon, 17 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000In this Dharma Talk, the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik uses a famous story about the family of Laymen Pang to explore how our striving can obscure how we manifest the Dharma. Is this moment difficult? Is this moment easy? What does it mean to move beyond difficulty and ease? To explore this, Rinsen calls on us to sit down in the middle of agitation and elation and practice in there.

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]]>In this Dharma Talk, the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik uses a famous story about the family of Laymen Pang to explore how our striving can obscure how we manifest the Dharma. Is this moment difficult? Is this moment easy? What does it mean to move beyond difficulty and ease? To explore this, Rinsen calls on us to sit down in the middle of agitation and elation and practice in there.

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]]>20:00nobuddhism,buddhist,buddha,dharma,toledo,layman,pang,zazen,rinsenJumping Off the 100 Foot PoleFri, 14 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000In this teisho, or dharma talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses koan 46 from the Gateless Gate collection. How do you step from the top of the 100 foot pole?

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]]>In this teisho, or dharma talk, Rinsen Sensei discusses koan 46 from the Gateless Gate collection. How do you step from the top of the 100 foot pole?

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]]>26:29noAll Roads Lead To ZazenThu, 13 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000In this talk and discussion led by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik, he explores the fundamental role of zazen in our spiritual practice. Through the zazen (seated meditation) we can develop a presence and awareness that is not dependent on the nature of our external or internal circumstance.]]>In this talk and discussion led by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik, he explores the fundamental role of zazen in our spiritual practice. Through the zazen (seated meditation) we can develop a presence and awareness that is not dependent on the nature of our external or internal circumstance.]]>32:37nobuddhism,buddhist,mondo,toledo,zazen,rinsenValue The TimeMon, 10 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000Drawing from the teachings of T'aego (14th Century Korean Zen Master) Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik offers a Dharma Talk on precious nature of this very moment.

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]]>Drawing from the teachings of T'aego (14th Century Korean Zen Master) Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik offers a Dharma Talk on precious nature of this very moment.

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]]>19:55nobuddhism,zen,buddhist,toledo,rinsen,taegoGrowing the Compassionate Spirit of LoveThu, 06 Jul 2017 13:00:00 +0000What is the meaning of the compassionate spirit of love growing within us? How do we genuinely embrace ourselves as we actually are? A Dharma Talk with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo.]]>What is the meaning of the compassionate spirit of love growing within us? How do we genuinely embrace ourselves as we actually are? A Dharma Talk with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo.]]>21:01noRyutan's CandleMon, 03 Jul 2017 18:05:06 +0000A Dharma Talk with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen's talk revolves around case 28 of the Mumonkan.]]>A Dharma Talk with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen's talk revolves around case 28 of the Mumonkan.]]>24:59noRealizing the Tathāgata's true meaningMon, 30 Jan 2017 22:34:36 +0000May we completely realize the Tathāgata's true meaning...Being clearly in touch with our motivation is a big part of Buddhist training. In this dharma talk with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo, Rinsen discusses the importance of setting the correct intention and motivation for our practice.

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]]>May we completely realize the Tathāgata's true meaning...Being clearly in touch with our motivation is a big part of Buddhist training. In this dharma talk with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo, Rinsen discusses the importance of setting the correct intention and motivation for our practice.

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]]>20:50noBeing TogetherSun, 04 Dec 2016 11:30:53 +0000A Dharma Talk with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen discusses how radically important it is for the sangha to be together - to see each other - in our practices. There is a magic to being in the same room and sangha is the treasure of the buddhadharma. The talk concludes with a special eye opening ceremony for the new Kuan Yin statue donated to the temple.

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]]>A Dharma Talk with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Rinsen discusses how radically important it is for the sangha to be together - to see each other - in our practices. There is a magic to being in the same room and sangha is the treasure of the buddhadharma. The talk concludes with a special eye opening ceremony for the new Kuan Yin statue donated to the temple.

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In the wake of all of the violence that has occurred over the past several days, Rinsen Sensei responds to the terrorist attacks in a dharma talk to the Great Heartland Sangha during a Sunday morning service.

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]]>In the wake of all of the violence that has occurred over the past several days, Rinsen Sensei responds to the terrorist attacks in a dharma talk to the Great Heartland Sangha during a Sunday morning service.

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The suggested donation for this podcast is only $1. If every podcast downloaded received a fast donation, then podcasts would be self-sustaining and the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo would likely meet its operating budget for the year. Please consider what The Drinking Gourd podcasts mean to you! _/\_

The suggested donation for this podcast is only $1. If every podcast downloaded received a fast donation, then podcasts would be self-sustaining and the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo would likely meet its operating budget for the year. Please consider what The Drinking Gourd podcasts mean to you! _/\_

The suggested donation for this podcast is only $1. If every podcast downloaded received a fast donation, then podcasts would be self-sustaining and the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo would likely meet its operating budget for the year. Please consider what The Drinking Gourd podcasts mean to you! _/\_

The suggested donation for this podcast is only $1. If every podcast downloaded received a fast donation, then podcasts would be self-sustaining and the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo would likely meet its operating budget for the year. Please consider what The Drinking Gourd podcasts mean to you! _/\_

The suggested donation for this podcast is only $1. If every podcast downloaded received a fast donation, then podcasts would be self-sustaining and the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo would likely meet its operating budget for the year. Please consider what The Drinking Gourd podcasts mean to you! _/\_

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]]>01:00:14noego,spiritual,cutting,through,selfdeception,materialism,ango,attainment,trungpaLineage and Open Heart at Great Heartland BTTTue, 05 May 2015 16:00:00 +0000A Dharma Talk (Teisho) with Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo.

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]]>A Dharma Talk with Jay Rinesen Weik Sensei, Abbot of the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo, at a Sesshin Retreat.

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]]>A Dharma Talk with Rev Rinsen Osho

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]]>A Dharma Talk with Rev Rinsen Osho

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]]>44:11cleanfall,2014,ango,sesshin,kyogenWelcome to Fall Ango 2014Tue, 16 Sep 2014 00:47:05 +0000The Eight Awakenings of Great Beings is from the Shobogenzo by Dogen. The version we are looking at is from the edition published by Shambhala and edited by Kazuaki Tanahashi. You can purchase a copy here.

Ango is a time of increased focus on our vow to fully Awaken for the sake of all beings. Intensification of our zazen, Buddhist practice and participation in the life of the sangha has its roots in the earliest gatherings of the Buddha's disciples. During the rainy seasons in India some 2,600 years ago, mendicant followers of the Buddha would seek shelter in caves for 90 days, and there they would practice and study together with their teacher. Along with Zen communities across the world we continue a modern incarnation of this ancient tradition at the Great Heartland Buddhst Temple of Toledo.

]]>The Eight Awakenings of Great Beings is from the Shobogenzo by Dogen. The version we are looking at is from the edition published by Shambhala and edited by Kazuaki Tanahashi. You can purchase a copy here.

Ango is a time of increased focus on our vow to fully Awaken for the sake of all beings. Intensification of our zazen, Buddhist practice and participation in the life of the sangha has its roots in the earliest gatherings of the Buddha's disciples. During the rainy seasons in India some 2,600 years ago, mendicant followers of the Buddha would seek shelter in caves for 90 days, and there they would practice and study together with their teacher. Along with Zen communities across the world we continue a modern incarnation of this ancient tradition at the Great Heartland Buddhst Temple of Toledo.

]]>14:18cleanfall,2014,angoSong of ZazenWed, 10 Sep 2014 19:34:32 +000030:25cleanAbout LiturgyWed, 10 Sep 2014 19:22:42 +000028:49cleanSpring Talk - The Importance of a TeacherWed, 10 Sep 2014 18:55:46 +000031:11cleanSpring Ango #1Mon, 08 Sep 2014 20:23:59 +0000Join us as we post podcasts from Spring 2014 Ango, and soon begin to transition into Podcasts from Fall 2014 Ango.]]>Join us as we post podcasts from Spring 2014 Ango, and soon begin to transition into Podcasts from Fall 2014 Ango.]]>26:41cleanAngo Opening Spring 2014Sun, 23 Mar 2014 20:34:40 +0000Opening of Spring Ango 2014 with Rev. Osho Jay Rinsen Weik.]]>Opening of Spring Ango 2014 with Rev. Osho Jay Rinsen Weik.]]>52:12noThe Practice of ColdFri, 21 Feb 2014 11:00:00 +0000A Teisho by Rev. Rinsen Osho on January, 2014.]]>A Teisho by Rev. Rinsen Osho on January, 2014.]]>45:32noAre you Big or are you small?Tue, 18 Feb 2014 09:00:00 +0000A Teisho during by Rev. Rinsen Osho during the sesshin of January, 2014.]]>A Teisho during by Rev. Rinsen Osho during the sesshin of January, 2014.]]>17:14noKeep on ProgressingSun, 16 Feb 2014 11:00:00 +0000A teisho by Rev. Risnen Osho on a Sunday morning in Janurary 2014.]]>A teisho by Rev. Risnen Osho on a Sunday morning in Janurary 2014.]]>16:08noThe Intimacy of Not KnowingThu, 13 Feb 2014 11:00:00 +0000An evening teisho by Rev. Rinsen on December 25, 2013.]]>An evening teisho by Rev. Rinsen on December 25, 2013.]]>21:07noSimply Sit, Sit SimplyMon, 10 Feb 2014 11:00:00 +0000A Teisho by Rev. Rinsen in December 2013.]]>A Teisho by Rev. Rinsen in December 2013.]]>29:18noThe Sewing of The RobeFri, 07 Feb 2014 13:11:00 +0000An evening Teisho by Rev. Rinsen Osho on Janurary 15, 2014.]]>An evening Teisho by Rev. Rinsen Osho on Janurary 15, 2014.]]>35:03noHow Do I Be Who I Am?Sun, 26 Jan 2014 15:00:00 +0000A Teisho by Rev. Rinsen during the sesshin of December, 2013.]]>A Teisho by Rev. Rinsen during the sesshin of December, 2013.]]>50:56noRinsen Osho's Denkai CelebrationMon, 20 Jan 2014 14:03:00 +0000A celebration of Rev. Rinsen Osho's Denkai with James Ford Roshi, Melissa Myozen Blacker Roshi, David Dae Aan Rynick Roshi recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Sunday Janurary 5th, 2014.]]>A celebration of Rev. Rinsen Osho's Denkai with James Ford Roshi, Melissa Myozen Blacker Roshi, David Dae Aan Rynick Roshi recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Sunday Janurary 5th, 2014.]]>44:04noThe Story of The Buddha told on Bodhi DaySun, 08 Dec 2013 20:06:00 +0000A Dharma Talk by Rev. Rinsen recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Sunday December 8th 2013.]]>A Dharma Talk by Rev. Rinsen recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Sunday December 8th 2013.]]>38:25noThe Dharma of Calvin and HobbesSun, 01 Dec 2013 19:26:48 +0000A Dharma Talk by Rev. Rinsen recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Sunday December 1st 2013.]]>A Dharma Talk by Rev. Rinsen recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Sunday December 1st 2013.]]>20:49noNo Averison to the MyriadSun, 24 Nov 2013 18:00:00 +0000A Dharma Talk by Rev. Rinsen recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Sunday November 17th 2013.]]>A Dharma Talk by Rev. Rinsen recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Sunday November 17th 2013.]]>20:04noThe Heart Sutra and the Practice of Shikantaza 3 of 3Sun, 17 Nov 2013 22:10:38 +0000Recorded live during a day retreat at the at The Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Nov. 17th 2014 by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.]]>Recorded live during a day retreat at the at The Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Nov. 17th 2014 by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.]]>48:46noThe Heart Sutra and the Practice of Shikantaza 2 of 3Mon, 11 Nov 2013 01:24:00 +0000Recorded live during a day retreat at the at The Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Nov. 10th 2014 by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.]]>Recorded live during a day retreat at the at The Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Nov. 10th 2014 by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.]]>01:05:51noThe Heart Sutra and the Practice of Shikantaza 1 of 3Mon, 11 Nov 2013 01:09:00 +0000Recorded live during a day retreat at the at The Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Nov. 3rd 2014 by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.]]>Recorded live during a day retreat at the at The Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Nov. 3rd 2014 by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.]]>01:05:51noThe Heart of the MatterTue, 28 May 2013 04:24:56 +0000A Dharma Talk by Rev. Rinsen recorded live at the Buddhsit Temple of Toledo on Wednesday April 3rd, 2013.]]>A Dharma Talk by Rev. Rinsen recorded live at the Buddhsit Temple of Toledo on Wednesday April 3rd, 2013.]]>38:37noGiving and Non-Greed.Sun, 19 May 2013 22:37:00 +0000A Teisho by Rev. Rinsen at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, Sunday March 17, 2013.]]>A Teisho by Rev. Rinsen at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, Sunday March 17, 2013.]]>15:46noMoments of TimeFri, 26 Apr 2013 04:19:42 +0000A Sunday Morning Dharma Talk with Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo from Feb 2013. www.JayRinsenWeik.com ]]>A Sunday Morning Dharma Talk with Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo from Feb 2013. www.JayRinsenWeik.com ]]>24:44noAre You In?Tue, 09 Apr 2013 04:39:19 +0000A Dharma Talk by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, Feb 2013. www.JayRinsenWeik.com www.BuddhistTempleofToledo.org , www.TheDrinkingGourd.org]]>A Dharma Talk by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, Feb 2013. www.JayRinsenWeik.com www.BuddhistTempleofToledo.org , www.TheDrinkingGourd.org]]>27:44noBeyond Pure and Impure.Sun, 31 Mar 2013 23:05:00 +0000"Beyond Pure and Impure." A Dharma Talk by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Feb 13th, 2013. See www.TheDrinkingGourd.org for more podcasts, www.BuddhistTempleofToledo.org for more info on BTT or www.JayRinsenWeik.com for more info about Rev. Rinsen]]>"Beyond Pure and Impure." A Dharma Talk by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik recorded live at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Feb 13th, 2013. See www.TheDrinkingGourd.org for more podcasts, www.BuddhistTempleofToledo.org for more info on BTT or www.JayRinsenWeik.com for more info about Rev. Rinsen]]>22:43noRemembering the Smell of the Deep End of the Pool...Sun, 24 Mar 2013 03:26:33 +0000Recorded on March 20, 2013 at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, Rev. Rinsen discusses letting the way attain the way and the smell of the deep end of the pool. Listeners are welcome to be in touch with Rev. Rinsen at JayRinsenWeik@gmail.com or via facebook Jay Rinsen Weik]]>Recorded on March 20, 2013 at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, Rev. Rinsen discusses letting the way attain the way and the smell of the deep end of the pool. Listeners are welcome to be in touch with Rev. Rinsen at JayRinsenWeik@gmail.com or via facebook Jay Rinsen Weik]]>27:49noRinsens Talk on Chinuls Secrets from sep 16 2012Mon, 17 Sep 2012 02:02:49 +0000Secrets on Cultivating the Mind! (by Chinul, from the book Tracing Back the Radiance)

..."If you would understand your own mind, then without searching, approaches to the Dharma as numerous as the sands of Ganges would all be understood. As the World-Honored One said, "I see that all sentient beings everywhere are endowed with a tathagatha's wisdom and virtue." He also said, "All the illusory guises in which sentient beings appear take shape in the sublime mind of the Tathagatha's complete enlightenment." Consequently, you should know that outside this mind there is no buddhahood which can be attained."

]]>Secrets on Cultivating the Mind! (by Chinul, from the book Tracing Back the Radiance)

..."If you would understand your own mind, then without searching, approaches to the Dharma as numerous as the sands of Ganges would all be understood. As the World-Honored One said, "I see that all sentient beings everywhere are endowed with a tathagatha's wisdom and virtue." He also said, "All the illusory guises in which sentient beings appear take shape in the sublime mind of the Tathagatha's complete enlightenment." Consequently, you should know that outside this mind there is no buddhahood which can be attained."

]]>16:08noSelf Identity with Others, Others Identity with SelfSat, 07 Apr 2012 12:31:11 +0000Rev. Rinsen's talk from April 4, 2012. Let us know what you think of video as opposed to audio only! ]]>Rev. Rinsen's talk from April 4, 2012. Let us know what you think of video as opposed to audio only! ]]>30:45nopodcast,the,of,jay,center,drinking,zen,buddhist,temple,toledo,rev,rinsen,weik,gourdAll Dharmas in this MomentTue, 13 Mar 2012 22:44:40 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by the Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik. It was recorded at the Toledo Buddhist Temple during a Sunday service in the Spring of 2011]]>This Dharma Talk was given by the Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik. It was recorded at the Toledo Buddhist Temple during a Sunday service in the Spring of 2011]]>23:16nocenter,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,temple,toledo,rinsenPicking and ChoosingMon, 30 Jan 2012 02:10:21 +0000A Dharma Talk with the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik. This talk was recorded at the Toledo Zen Center in 2011 and is based on the "Faith Mind Poem" of the 3rd Patriarch.]]>A Dharma Talk with the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik. This talk was recorded at the Toledo Zen Center in 2011 and is based on the "Faith Mind Poem" of the 3rd Patriarch.]]>01:01:07nozen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,toledoHeroic Spirit with Unhindered ActivityTue, 06 Dec 2011 22:06:37 +0000Recorded on January 5th, 2011. In this talk and discussion, Rev. Rinsen continues to work with the teachings of Enni Bennen, a contemporary of Zen Master Dogen.]]>Recorded on January 5th, 2011. In this talk and discussion, Rev. Rinsen continues to work with the teachings of Enni Bennen, a contemporary of Zen Master Dogen.]]>54:38notalk,buddhism,zen,buddha,dharma,mondo,toledo,zazen,dogen,rinsen,elnightenment,zendoThe Three Levels of Dealing With PeopleWed, 09 Nov 2011 22:10:18 +0000Recorded on December 22, 2010. In this Dharma Talk, the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik continues to explore the teachings of Enni Bennen, a Japanese teacher and contemporary of Zen Master Dogen.]]>Recorded on December 22, 2010. In this Dharma Talk, the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik continues to explore the teachings of Enni Bennen, a Japanese teacher and contemporary of Zen Master Dogen.]]>15:01nocenter,drinking,buddhism,zen,buddha,dharma,toledo,rinsen,gourdKeeping the Light of Practice OnMon, 10 Oct 2011 19:10:46 +0000Recorded on December 15th, 2010. This talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik explores a letter by Japanese Zen teacher, Enni Bennen as it relates to keeping practice going, even when it is not easy.]]>Recorded on December 15th, 2010. This talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik explores a letter by Japanese Zen teacher, Enni Bennen as it relates to keeping practice going, even when it is not easy.]]>53:37nojay,center,buddhism,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,mondo,toledo,teisho,rinsen,weik,enni,bennenThe Hermit of Lotus PeakMon, 19 Sep 2011 01:35:47 +0000A dharma talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik. In this talk, Rinsen Osho explores the story of the hermit of Lotus Peak.]]>A dharma talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik. In this talk, Rinsen Osho explores the story of the hermit of Lotus Peak.]]>26:34nocenter,buddhism,zen,dharma,mondo,toledo,rinsen,oshoIntroduction to Zazen with Ed BrownTue, 13 Sep 2011 02:14:37 +0000In November of 2010, Ed Brown, author of the Tassajara Cookbook lead a cooking retreat at the Toledo Zen Center. In this talk, Brown Sensei offers instruction in and reflection on Zazen to the sangha.]]>In November of 2010, Ed Brown, author of the Tassajara Cookbook lead a cooking retreat at the Toledo Zen Center. In this talk, Brown Sensei offers instruction in and reflection on Zazen to the sangha.]]>01:08:59nocenter,ed,buddhism,brown,zen,buddhist,buddha,dharma,toledo,zazen,tassajaraGratitude Arising, The Possibility of FreedomTue, 06 Sep 2011 00:20:23 +0000This Dharma talk was given by David Rynick Sensei at the Toledo Zen Center on October 24th, 2010. David Rynick Sensei is a teacher in the Boundless Way Zen family.]]>This Dharma talk was given by David Rynick Sensei at the Toledo Zen Center on October 24th, 2010. David Rynick Sensei is a teacher in the Boundless Way Zen family.]]>01:00:22nocenter,david,buddhism,r,zen,toledoRelentless PracticeTue, 07 Jun 2011 22:13:23 +0000This Dharma Talk, given by the Reverends Karen Do-on Weik and Jay Rinsen Weik was recorded at the Toledo Zen Center pn October 13th 2010.]]>This Dharma Talk, given by the Reverends Karen Do-on Weik and Jay Rinsen Weik was recorded at the Toledo Zen Center pn October 13th 2010.]]>37:35nocenter,drinking,buddhism,zen,buddha,dharma,toledo,gourdFunctioning FreelyThu, 26 May 2011 00:50:36 +0000A talk and discussion wit the Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik, at the Toledo Zen Center, October 6th, 2010. In this podcast, Rinsen explores section 10 of the Diamond Sutra.]]>A talk and discussion wit the Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik, at the Toledo Zen Center, October 6th, 2010. In this podcast, Rinsen explores section 10 of the Diamond Sutra.]]>31:22nocenter,buddhism,diamond,zen,buddha,toledo,sutra,rinsen,dharmsCreating a Place for Encountering the DharmaWed, 18 May 2011 23:58:00 +0000A Talk and discussion with the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik, given at the Toledo Zen Center September 19 2010. ]]>A Talk and discussion with the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik, given at the Toledo Zen Center September 19 2010. ]]>14:24nojay,religion,talk,meditation,buddhism,zen,dharma,weikLife and Death, the Great MatterFri, 13 May 2011 10:00:00 +0000A Dharma Talk and discussion with the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik. This talk was given at the Toledo Zen Center on September 15th, 2010]]>A Dharma Talk and discussion with the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik. This talk was given at the Toledo Zen Center on September 15th, 2010]]>52:37nocenter,buddhism,zen,toledoTrusting Your LifeMon, 09 May 2011 16:36:18 +0000A Dharma talk and discussion with the Reverends Jay Rinsen and Karen Do-on Weik, at the Toledo Zen Center. ]]>A Dharma talk and discussion with the Reverends Jay Rinsen and Karen Do-on Weik, at the Toledo Zen Center. ]]>35:49nopodcast,the,jay,center,drinking,religion,buddhism,zen,dharma,toledo,weik,grourdIt's Right in Front of YouFri, 29 Apr 2011 22:00:00 +0000This Dharma Talk and Discussion was recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on April 12th, 2010. In this Talk The reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do'on Weik explore the opening stanza of the Diamond Sutra and illuminate it a description of the totality of practice.]]>This Dharma Talk and Discussion was recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on April 12th, 2010. In this Talk The reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do'on Weik explore the opening stanza of the Diamond Sutra and illuminate it a description of the totality of practice.]]>46:20nocenter,buddhism,zen,dharma,toledo,sutra,rinsen,doonTaking Care of YourselfWed, 27 Apr 2011 15:48:10 +0000A Dharma talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik, at the Toledo Zen Center April 28, 2010. ]]>A Dharma talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik, at the Toledo Zen Center April 28, 2010. ]]>51:29nojay,drinking,talk,buddhism,zen,dharma,weik,gourdTwining VinesFri, 22 Apr 2011 15:12:43 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik on April 25, 2010. Recorded during a Sesshin (intensive retreat), this talk explores Mast Dogen`s Twining Vines.]]>This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik on April 25, 2010. Recorded during a Sesshin (intensive retreat), this talk explores Mast Dogen`s Twining Vines.]]>10:43nocenter,buddhism,zen,toledo,dogen,shobogenzoFarming with Buddha MindFri, 15 Apr 2011 19:23:00 +0000A Dharma talk with Reverend Karen Do-on and Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik, given at Sessin, April 24, 2010. ]]>A Dharma talk with Reverend Karen Do-on and Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik, given at Sessin, April 24, 2010. ]]>20:42nopodcast,the,drinking,buddhism,zen,dharma,gourdEntangled Gourd VinesTue, 12 Apr 2011 01:16:49 +0000This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik during a retreat at the Toledo Zen Center on April 23, 2010. In this talk, Rev. Rinsen explores the practice and tradition of seshin (intensive retreats) in Zen Buddhism.]]>This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik during a retreat at the Toledo Zen Center on April 23, 2010. In this talk, Rev. Rinsen explores the practice and tradition of seshin (intensive retreats) in Zen Buddhism.]]>16:48nocenter,buddhism,zen,toledo,zazen,rinsen,seshinThe Family BusinessSat, 09 Apr 2011 19:50:00 +0000A talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik, at the Toledo Zen Center, March 3 2010. ]]>A talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik, at the Toledo Zen Center, March 3 2010. ]]>36:27nopodcast,jay,center,buddhism,zen,buddhist,toledo,weikJoining With DelusionMon, 04 Apr 2011 23:37:56 +0000A Dharma Talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Toldeo Zen Center on February 24th, 2010.]]>A Dharma Talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Toldeo Zen Center on February 24th, 2010.]]>41:58nocenter,buddhism,zen,toledo,ordination,jukai,rinsen,doonHouse Within Your HouseSun, 03 Apr 2011 18:08:52 +0000A talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Toledo Zen Center, Febuary 17, 2010. ]]>A talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Toledo Zen Center, Febuary 17, 2010. ]]>43:45nothe,jay,center,drinking,buddhism,zen,dharma,toledo,weik,gourdCool, Dry and at RestTue, 29 Mar 2011 02:12:12 +0000A talk and discussion with the reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik. Given at the Toledo Zen Center oon February 10th, 2010, this talk was part of a Jukai preparation retreat.]]>A talk and discussion with the reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik. Given at the Toledo Zen Center oon February 10th, 2010, this talk was part of a Jukai preparation retreat.]]>49:52nocenter,buddhism,zen,dharma,toledo,rinsen,doon,juakiIlluminating Original TruthFri, 25 Mar 2011 15:06:00 +0000A talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Toledo Zen Center Febuary 3, 2011. ]]>A talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik at the Toledo Zen Center Febuary 3, 2011. ]]>42:47cleanpodcast,talk,buddhism,zen,buddhist,dharmaGetting Through the GateSat, 19 Mar 2011 01:53:55 +0000A Dharma Talk given the the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik during a Jukai retreat on January 27th, 2010. To learn more about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit www.toledozencenter.org]]>A Dharma Talk given the the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik and Karen Do-on Weik during a Jukai retreat on January 27th, 2010. To learn more about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit www.toledozencenter.org]]>17:40nocenter,buddhism,zen,toledo,jukai,rinsen,doonWorking with Anger and the BodyMon, 07 Mar 2011 02:49:48 +0000In this podcast, Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik offers commentary on Shantideva's Way of the Bodhisattva, as it relates to dealing with anger.]]>In this podcast, Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik offers commentary on Shantideva's Way of the Bodhisattva, as it relates to dealing with anger.]]>41:29nojay,center,drinking,buddhism,zen,toledo,rinsen,weik,gourdTotal TrustSat, 05 Mar 2011 15:35:27 +0000A talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik, recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on March 10th, 2010. For more information on the Toledo Zen Center, please visit www.toledozencenter.org]]>A talk and discussion with the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik, recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on March 10th, 2010. For more information on the Toledo Zen Center, please visit www.toledozencenter.org]]>35:53nojay,center,buddhism,zen,toledo,rinsen,weikHouseholder BodhisattvaTue, 22 Feb 2011 03:58:33 +0000A Dharma Talk and discussion with the Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik at the Toledo Zen Center, recorded on November 4th 2009. Rev. Rinsen explores Yuan Wu's work on being a householder Bodhisattva.]]>A Dharma Talk and discussion with the Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik at the Toledo Zen Center, recorded on November 4th 2009. Rev. Rinsen explores Yuan Wu's work on being a householder Bodhisattva.]]>41:28nobuddhism,zen,toledo,bodhisattvaBecoming the Buddha of YouWed, 02 Feb 2011 22:09:50 +0000This Dharma Talk was recorded during a Zazenkai at the Toledo Zen Center on October 25th, 2009.

The Drinking Gourd Podcasts are made possible by listener donations. Please visit thedrinkinggourd.org to make a contribution.

]]>This Dharma Talk was recorded during a Zazenkai at the Toledo Zen Center on October 25th, 2009.

The Drinking Gourd Podcasts are made possible by listener donations. Please visit thedrinkinggourd.org to make a contribution.

]]>18:20nocenter,buddhism,zen,buddhist,toledo,zazen,zazenkaiJames Ford Roshi's Visit to Toledo Zen CenterThu, 20 Jan 2011 02:59:19 +0000This podcast was recorded during James Ford Roshi's visit to the Toledo Zen Center on September 16th, 2009.

James Ford Roshi is a guiding teacher of the Boundless Way Zen Sangha. For information about James Ford Roshi, please visit boundelsswayzen.org

]]>01:06:10noOryoki (Part 2 of 2)Mon, 20 Dec 2010 02:58:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center, on July 18, 2009. The Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik leads a workshop on the Oryoki meal gathas. This podcast is part 2 of a 2 part series.]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center, on July 18, 2009. The Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik leads a workshop on the Oryoki meal gathas. This podcast is part 2 of a 2 part series.]]>58:25nobuddhism,zen,toledo,oryokiOryoki (Part 1 of 2)Mon, 13 Dec 2010 02:58:36 +0000

Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center, on July 18, 2009. The Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik leads a workshop on the Oryoki meal gathas. This podcast is part 1 of a 2 part series.

]]>

Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center, on July 18, 2009. The Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik leads a workshop on the Oryoki meal gathas. This podcast is part 1 of a 2 part series.

]]>01:01:40nojay,center,buddhism,zen,toledo,rinsen,oryoki,weikAn Introduction to the Zen ArtsTue, 07 Dec 2010 02:32:00 +0000An Introduction to the Zen Arts talk with Rinsen at the Toledo Zen Center on July 17, 2009.

]]>01:06:37noGetting the Tiger's WhiskerThu, 02 Dec 2010 03:26:30 +0000Recorded on July 1st, 2009. In this Dharma Talk and discussion, Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik explores Shantideva's teachings on patience, utilizing the classic teaching story about the tiger's whisker. ]]>Recorded on July 1st, 2009. In this Dharma Talk and discussion, Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik explores Shantideva's teachings on patience, utilizing the classic teaching story about the tiger's whisker. ]]>37:05nobuddhism,zenHurting OurselvesSat, 27 Nov 2010 02:36:57 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center or June 10th, 2009. In this talk and discussion, Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik explores the teachings of Shantideva on our ability to inflict harm on ourselves physically, mentally, and spiritually. ]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center or June 10th, 2009. In this talk and discussion, Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik explores the teachings of Shantideva on our ability to inflict harm on ourselves physically, mentally, and spiritually. ]]>44:35noreligion,buddhism,zenFa-Yen's Guidelines for the Ch'an SchoolThu, 25 Nov 2010 00:06:13 +0000Dharma Talks with Rinsen, recorded June 6th and 7th, 2009, during retreat with the Toledo Zen Center Sangha.

This podcast was recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on June 3rd 2009. In this Dharma Talk and discussion, Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik explores Shantideva's teachings about anger and the way of the Bodhisattva.

]]>This podcast was recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on June 3rd 2009. In this Dharma Talk and discussion, Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik explores Shantideva's teachings about anger and the way of the Bodhisattva.

]]>40:01noThe Paramita of Compassion with Rafe Martin (part 2 of 2).mp3Fri, 12 Nov 2010 20:57:48 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on September 12, 2010. This special Dharma Talks was given by author and story teller Rafe Martin. Along side Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik and Rev. Karen Do-on Weik, Rafe discusses the paramita of compassion. This podcast is part 2 of a 2 part series.

To hear another talk by Rafe Martin, given in June of 2010, visit Villagezendo.org

To learn more about the Toledo Zen Center, or to make a contribution in support of this podcast, please visit toledozen.org

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on September 12, 2010. This special Dharma Talks was given by author and story teller Rafe Martin. Along side Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik and Rev. Karen Do-on Weik, Rafe discusses the paramita of compassion. This podcast is part 2 of a 2 part series.

To hear another talk by Rafe Martin, given in June of 2010, visit Villagezendo.org

To learn more about the Toledo Zen Center, or to make a contribution in support of this podcast, please visit toledozen.org

]]>48:54nocenter,martin,buddhism,zen,rafe,rinsen,doon,toledThe Paramita of Compassion with Rafe Martin (part 1 of 2)Thu, 11 Nov 2010 02:18:04 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on September 12, 2010. This special Dharma Talk was given by author and story teller Rafe Martin. Along side Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik and Rev. Karen Do-on Weik, Rafe discusses the paramita of compassion. This podcast is part 1 of a 2 part series.

If you would like to hear another talk given by Rafe Martin in June of 2010, please visit villagezendo.org

To learn more about the Toledo Zen Center, or to make a contribution in support of this podcast, please visit our website at toledozen.org

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on September 12, 2010. This special Dharma Talk was given by author and story teller Rafe Martin. Along side Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik and Rev. Karen Do-on Weik, Rafe discusses the paramita of compassion. This podcast is part 1 of a 2 part series.

If you would like to hear another talk given by Rafe Martin in June of 2010, please visit villagezendo.org

To learn more about the Toledo Zen Center, or to make a contribution in support of this podcast, please visit our website at toledozen.org

]]>01:01:46nocenter,martin,buddhism,zen,toledo,rafe,rinsen,doonYun-Men's Staff of Shallow and DeepWed, 27 Oct 2010 02:04:38 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on May 20th 2009, this Dharma Talk and discussion explores the Zen teaching of Yun-Men with Jay Rinsen Weik, and gets into a discussion of the role of the teacher in Zen training.

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on May 20th 2009, this Dharma Talk and discussion explores the Zen teaching of Yun-Men with Jay Rinsen Weik, and gets into a discussion of the role of the teacher in Zen training.

]]>55:23noSo, What Is Zen? Awakening!Wed, 13 Oct 2010 01:01:22 +0000Recorded at Unity Church on May 16th 2009, this introductory public talk and discussion explores the history and relevance of Zen with Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.

]]>46:37noTrue Hearing, True Sitting.Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:12:02 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center weekend retreat on May 6th 2009, this Dharma Talk by Jay Rinsen Weik explores the Zen teaching of Huang Po. At the beginning of the discussion, Rev. Rinsen explains the tea service that accompanies the Dharma Discussion each week.

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center weekend retreat on May 6th 2009, this Dharma Talk by Jay Rinsen Weik explores the Zen teaching of Huang Po. At the beginning of the discussion, Rev. Rinsen explains the tea service that accompanies the Dharma Discussion each week.

]]>37:57noThis One Mind, As It Is.Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:46:27 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on April 29th 2009, this Dharma Talk and discussion explores the Zen teaching of Huang Po with Jay Rinsen Weik. Reverend Rinsen briefly recounts his recent retreat time with Father Kevin Hunt OCSO and James Ford Roshi and the other Boundless Way Zen Sangha teachers Melissa Myozen Blacker Sensei and David Rynick Sensei.

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on April 29th 2009, this Dharma Talk and discussion explores the Zen teaching of Huang Po with Jay Rinsen Weik. Reverend Rinsen briefly recounts his recent retreat time with Father Kevin Hunt OCSO and James Ford Roshi and the other Boundless Way Zen Sangha teachers Melissa Myozen Blacker Sensei and David Rynick Sensei.

]]>28:15noThe Way is Not Something Which Can Be StudiedSat, 21 Aug 2010 03:00:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center weekend retreat on April 18th 2009, this Dharma Talk by Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik explores the Zen teaching of Huang Po

]]>32:06noBeing LiturgySat, 07 Aug 2010 02:10:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on April 15th 2009, this Dharma Talk and discussion explores the Zen teachings on liturgy with Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik. At the end of the talk, the sounds of the sangha chanting the Boshisattva vows, the three bows and Rinsen's exit have been kept, and at the end of the discussion the community news has been included as well, with a special hello to Karen in DC!

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on April 15th 2009, this Dharma Talk and discussion explores the Zen teachings on liturgy with Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik. At the end of the talk, the sounds of the sangha chanting the Boshisattva vows, the three bows and Rinsen's exit have been kept, and at the end of the discussion the community news has been included as well, with a special hello to Karen in DC!

]]>41:07noWaking Up to the Spiritual LifeSat, 12 Jun 2010 02:50:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on March 18th 2009, this talk and discussion about how the spiritual path begins and explores the Zen teaching of Huang Po with Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.

]]>50:38noMaking Offerings.Sat, 29 May 2010 01:30:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on March 11th 2009, this talk and discussion explores the history of the religious practice of making offerings and the Zen teaching of Huang Po with Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on March 11th 2009, this talk and discussion explores the history of the religious practice of making offerings and the Zen teaching of Huang Po with Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>41:15noMind is Like the Void in Which There is No Confusion Nor Evil. Sat, 22 May 2010 02:15:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on March 4th, 2009, after a brief initial discussion of the practice of chanting and liturgy in Zen training, this talk and discussion explores the teachings of Huang Po with Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on March 4th, 2009, after a brief initial discussion of the practice of chanting and liturgy in Zen training, this talk and discussion explores the teachings of Huang Po with Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>43:52noSpontaneous ActionSat, 15 May 2010 03:00:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on February 25th 2009, this talk and discussion explores the Zen teaching of Huang Po with Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on February 25th 2009, this talk and discussion explores the Zen teaching of Huang Po with Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>46:22noEncountering Huang Po (part 3 of 3)Sat, 08 May 2010 03:05:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on February 22nd, 2009, this is the third of three podcasts from an afternoon workshop exploring the life and teachings of Huang Po (D. 850) with Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on February 22nd, 2009, this is the third of three podcasts from an afternoon workshop exploring the life and teachings of Huang Po (D. 850) with Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>56:20noEncountering Huang Po (part 2 of 3)Sat, 17 Apr 2010 02:40:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on February 22nd, 2009, this is the second of three podcasts from an afternoon workshop exploring the life and teachings of Huang Po (D. 850) with Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on February 22nd, 2009, this is the second of three podcasts from an afternoon workshop exploring the life and teachings of Huang Po (D. 850) with Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>53:20noEncountering Huang Po (part 1 of 3)Sat, 10 Apr 2010 03:15:00 +0000Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on February 22nd, 2009, this is the first of three podcasts from an afternoon workshop exploring the life and teachings of Huang Po (D. 850) with Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>Recorded at the Toledo Zen Center on February 22nd, 2009, this is the first of three podcasts from an afternoon workshop exploring the life and teachings of Huang Po (D. 850) with Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik. For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>32:19noWalking is Zen. Sitting is Zen.Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:10:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on February 18, 2009.

Walking is Chan, and sitting is Chan.Speaking or silent, moving or still,The essence is at peace.Even under threat of sword and spear,It's undisturbed.Even a cup of poison won't destroy this serenity.--Yung Chia, "Song of Realizing the Way"

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on February 18, 2009.

Walking is Chan, and sitting is Chan.Speaking or silent, moving or still,The essence is at peace.Even under threat of sword and spear,It's undisturbed.Even a cup of poison won't destroy this serenity.--Yung Chia, "Song of Realizing the Way"

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

This single perfect nature pervades all natures;The sole universal dharma encompasses all dharmas.One moon shines in the water everywhereAnd all the reflected moons are just that one moon.--Yung Chia, Song of Realizing the Way

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on February 11, 2009.

This single perfect nature pervades all natures;The sole universal dharma encompasses all dharmas.One moon shines in the water everywhereAnd all the reflected moons are just that one moon.--Yung Chia, Song of Realizing the Way

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>41:22noSheng-yen and the Sutra of Complete EnlightmentSat, 30 Jan 2010 01:30:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on February 4, 2009.

A genuine follower of the mahayana bodhisattva path is neither attached to the world nor attached to liberation from it; neither filled with desire nor filled with aversion. She or he will not cling to or run away from anything.--Chan Master Sheng-yen

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>Jay Rinsen Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on February 4, 2009.A genuine follower of the mahayana bodhisattva path is neither attached to the world nor attached to liberation from it; neither filled with desire nor filled with aversion. She or he will not cling to or run away from anything.--Chan Master Sheng-yenFor more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>41:21noEncountering the Ancestors: Po Chu'i (part 3 of 3)Thu, 21 Jan 2010 02:00:00 +0000On the fifth day after the rise of spring,Everywhere the season's gracious attitudes!The white sun gradually lengthening its course;The blue-gray clouds hanging as though they would fall.The last icicle breaking into splinters of jade;The new stems marshalling red sprouts.The things I meet are full of gladness:It is not only I who love the spring.To welcome the flowers, I stand in the back garden;To enjoy the sunlight, I sit under the front eaves.Yet still in my heart, there lingers one regret:Soon I shall part with the flame of my red stove!--Po Chu'i

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>54:08noEncountering the Ancestors: Po Chu'i (part 2 of 3)Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:00:00 +0000"For restful thoughts, one does not need space;The room where I lie is 10 foot square.By the western eaves, above the bamboo twigs,From my couch, I can see the white mountain rise.But the clouds that hover on its far distant peakBring shame to a face that is buried in the world's dust."--Po Chu'i

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>45:07noEncountering the Ancestors: Po Chu'i (part 1 of 3)Thu, 07 Jan 2010 02:30:00 +0000"It's said that [Po Chu'i] would read every one of his poems to an uneducated person... but he would make sure that it made sense to people, that at least it was comprehensible in some way. He held to a Confucian ideal that said that poetry is, at some level or other, to educate... not simply just for idle entertainment."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>53:33noThe Practice of AtonementThu, 10 Dec 2009 02:00:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on January 14, 2008.

All evil karma committed by me since of oldBecause of my beginningless greed, anger, and ignoranceBorn of my body, mouth, and thoughtNow I atone for it all.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on January 14, 2008.

All evil karma committed by me since of oldBecause of my beginningless greed, anger, and ignoranceBorn of my body, mouth, and thoughtNow I atone for it all.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.

]]>33:59noMeticulous KindnessTue, 01 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000"I talked in the opening comments about meticulous clarity, meticulous effort, precise practice. This is a very, very important part of our training, of our Way. There's a kind of precision that's being asked for, that's being pointed to.... It takes a while to actually find yourself and to be able to sit clearly. And it matters."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visittoledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>32:29noBetter to Seek the Truth DirectlySat, 14 Nov 2009 04:45:00 +0000
"There is no self and no person; how, then, kinfolk and stranger? I beg you, cease going from lecture to lecture. It is better to seek the truth directly."-- Layman Pang

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visittoledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>35:08noFacing FearFri, 30 Oct 2009 02:15:00 +0000
"The Supreme Way is not difficult; it just precludes picking and choosing. Without yearning or loathing, The Way is perfectly apparent, while even a hair's breadth difference separates heaven and earth. To see The Way with your own eyes, quit agreeing and disagreeing. The battle of likes and dislikes is the disease of the mind."

--Seng-ts'an, "Relying on Mind"

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visittoledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>56:16noPai Chang: Detach From All ThingsSat, 17 Oct 2009 00:40:00 +0000
"The teachings of the Three Vehicles all cure diseases such as greed and hatred. Right now, thought after thought, if you have such sickness as greed or hatred, you should first cure them. Don't seek intellectual understanding of meanings and expressions. Understanding is in the province of desire, and desire turns into disease. Right now, just detach from all things, existent or nonexistent, and even detach from detachment."
- Pai Chang

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visittoledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>26:55noPai Chang: Turn All Words Right AroundFri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000
"In reading scriptures and studying the doctrines, you should turn all words right around, and apply them to yourself."
- Pai Chang

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visittoledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>44:33noEncountering the Ancestors: Pai Chang (part 3 of 3)Fri, 25 Sep 2009 01:00:00 +0000"This principle is originally present in everyone. All the Buddhas and bodhisattvas may be called people pointing out a jewel. Fundamentally, it is not a thing - you don't need to know or understand it, you don't need to affirm or deny it. Just cut off dualism; cut off the supposition 'it exists' and the supposition 'it does not exist.' Cut off the supposition 'it is nonexistent' and the supposition 'it is not nonexistent.' When traces do not appear on either side, then neither lack nor sufficiency, neither profane nor holy, not light or dark. This is not having knowledge, yet not lacking knowledge, not bondage, not liberation. It is not any name or category at all. Why is this not true speech? How can you carve and polish emptiness to make an image of Buddha? How can you say that emptiness is blue, yellow, red or white?"

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>46:11noEncountering the Ancestors: Pai Chang (part 2 of 3)Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:30:00 +0000"In the teaching hall, the master said, 'The spiritual light shines alone, far transcending the senses and their fields. The essential substance is exposed, real and eternal. It is not contained in written words. The nature of mind has no defilement; it is basically perfect and complete in itself. Just get rid of delusive attachments and merge with the realization of thusness.'"

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"A man sitting in a mountain pass --
robed in clouds, tricked out in sunset's rose.
In his fingers a fragrant flower, to pass along,
but the road's so long and hard to climb!
In his mind: disappointment and doubt;
old as he is, he's accomplished nothing.
People laugh at him, call him a cripple,
yet he stands alone -- constant, untouched."
- Han Shan

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"I wanted to go off to the eastern cliff--
how many years now I've planned the trip?
Yesterday, I pulled myself up by the vines,
but wind and fog forced me to stop halfway.
The path was narrow, and my clothes kept catching,
the moss so spongy I couldn't move my feet,
So I stopped under this red cinnamon tree.
I guess I'll lay my head on a cloud and sleep."
- Han Shan

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chasing from one famous spot to another.
Delighting in mountains, I scaled the mile-high peaks;
loving the water, I sailed a thousand rivers.
I held farewell parties with my friends in Lute Valley;
I brought my zither and played on Parrot Shoals.
Who would guess I'd end up under a pine tree,
clasping my knees in the whispering cold?"
- Han Shan

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not made of gauze or of figured silk.
Do you ask what color it is?
Not crimson, nor purple either.
Summer days I wear it as a cloak,
in winter it serves for a quilt.
Summer and winter in turn I use it;
year after year, only this."
- Han Shan

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When Ch'an Master Wu-yeh of Fen-chou went to see the Ancestor (Ma-Tsu), the Ancestor noticed that his appearance was extraordinary and that his voice was like (the sound of) a bell. He said, "Such an imposing Buddha hall, but no Buddha in it."

We-yeh respectfully kneeled down, and said, "I have studied the texts that contain the teachings of the Three Vehicles and have been able to roughly understand their meaning. I have also often heard about the teaching of the Ch'an school that mind is Buddha: this is something I have not yet been able to understand."

The Ancestor said, "This very mind that does not understand is it. There is no other thing."

- The Teachings of Ma-Tsu.

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"The Master said: 'When you try to stop your rising thoughts, you create a duality between the mind that does the stopping and the mind that's being stopped, so you'll never have peace of mind. Just have faith that thoughts don't originally exist, but only arise and cease temporarily in response to what you see and hear without any actual substance of their own.'"

- From Master Bankei's Hogo Instructions: Duality.

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you're honest, is the edge of our practice. That's where the edge is
for you."
- Rinsen

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The vast inconceivable source can't be faced or turned away from.
Meet the ancestral teachers, be familiar with their instruction,
bind grasses to build a hut, and don't give up.
Let go of hundreds of years and relax completely.
Open your hands and walk, innocent."
- Shih-Tou

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After eating, I relax and enjoy a nap.
When it was completed, fresh weeds appeared.
Now it's been lived in - covered by weeds.
The person in the hut lives here calmly,
not stuck to inside, outside, or in between."
-Shih-Tou

"When you can get past the 'It's not OK' about 'It's not OK,' and just be OK with 'It's not OK,' then, OK!" -Rinsen

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For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>01:03:53noShih-T'ou: Identity of Relative and Absolute (part 3)Mon, 25 May 2009 13:30:00 +0000
For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org.]]>toledozen.org.]]>46:27noShih-T'ou: Identity of Relative and Absolute (continued)Thu, 02 Apr 2009 02:35:00 +0000
"All of the senses and all of the things sensed -
they interact without interacting.
Interacting, they permeate each other,
yet each remains in its own place.
By nature, forms differ in shape and appearance.
By nature, sounds bring pleasure or pain.
In darkness, the fine and mediocre accord;
brightness makes clear and murky distinct."- Shih-T'ou, Identity of Relative and Absolute

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"The mind of the great sage of India was intimately conveyed from West to East.
Among human beings are wise ones and fools, but in the Way there is no northern or southern patriarch."- Shih-T'ou, Identity of Relative and Absolute

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"I've built a grass roof hut, where there's nothing of value.
After eating, I relax and enjoy a nap.
When it was completed, fresh weeds appeared.
Now it's been lived in - covered by weeds.
The person in the hut lives here calmly,
not stuck to inside, outside, or in between."-- Shih-T'ou

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Weik leads a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on July 27, 2008.

"I've built a grass roof hut, where there's nothing of value.
After eating, I relax and enjoy a nap.
When it was completed, fresh weeds appeared.
Now it's been lived in - covered by weeds.
The person in the hut lives here calmly,
not stuck to inside, outside, or in between."-- Shih-T'ou

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Shih-Tou's awakening happened as he read this passage from the teachings of the early scholar monk Seng-Chow:

"'The Ultimate Self is empty and void. Though it lacks form, the myriad things are all of its making. One who understands the myriad things as the Self, isn't that a sage?'

"That seeming dichotomy right there, the myriad things and the self, the form, the empty, the void, the relative and the absolute became the essential insight that Shih-Tou would plumb the depths of and elucidate in a way that hadn't happened before him, to such a degree that his 'Identity of Relative and Absolute' is a teaching that we chant to this day."

Note: This talk also addresses what it means to "sit with" koans as a practice, and how it relates to concentration practices.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Shih-Tou's awakening happened as he read this passage from the teachings of the early scholar monk Seng-Chow:
"'The Ultimate Self is empty and void. Though it lacks form, the myriad things are all of its making. One who understands the myriad things as the Self, isn't that a sage?'
"That seeming dichotomy right there, the myriad things and the self, the form, the empty, the void, the relative and the absolute became the essential insight that Shih-Tou would plumb the depths of and elucidate in a way that hadn't happened before him, to such a degree that his 'Identity of Relative and Absolute' is a teaching that we chant to this day."
Note: This talk also addresses what it means to "sit with" koans as a practice, and how it relates to concentration practices.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>58:06noTrusting What Can't Be TakenSat, 21 Feb 2009 02:00:00 +0000
"Mostly, our mind remains fixed in what's called a dualistic state...which means being trapped, unawaredly in a way of perceiving the universe such that everything is shattered, separate and distinct... In the practice of Zen, there is uncovered another way of perceiving, a way that's not bound by the traps of this and that, or the distinctions of high and low... You have to be willing to drop your images of what God is to be able to really see God's face. As long as you have an image in your mind, your mental construction of what you think that's supposed to be, there's a block. There's a stage at which having an image can be a useful thing. There's a stage at which it becomes a problem and needs to be transcended."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.]]>toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.]]>42:44noZen Practice and the Life Cycle of Religious TraditionSat, 14 Feb 2009 02:30:00 +0000
"Most religious traditions are founded with the experience or essential insight of an individual or group of individuals who have some unique way of perceiving themselves and the world that fits the society that they find themselves in, in a way that hadn't happened before."

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"Develop meditation that is like the earth, for when you develop meditation that is like the earth, agreeable and disagreeable contexts will not invade your mind and remain. Just as people throw clean things and dirty things, excrement, urine, spittle, pus and blood on the earth, and the earth is not horrified, humiliated or disgusted because of that." --Buddha

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"One of the primary ways that we do great harm to ourselves and to those around us is by becoming attached to a particular view. 'Attached' here means a very specific thing: it means sort of an unexamined clinging that has almost a panting, desperate quality to it. The majority of these views, these opinions that we hold, are actually unknown to us, ironically enough. They're more or less unconscious."

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]]>toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.]]>50:02noThe Spiritual JourneyTue, 06 Jan 2009 02:30:00 +0000
"Long seeking it through others, I was far from reaching it.Now I go by myself and I meet it everywhere.I now am not it, and just now, it is nothing but myself.Understanding this way, I can be as I am."-Master Dong-Shan

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"In studying the teachings of the Buddhadharma, in studying reality, what we're actually studying is ourselves.... Ironically enough, the way of studying those teachings, the way of studying that Self, is that you have to get the Self out of the picture.... What that means, what that's pointing to, is the direct experience of your life. The direct experience of experience itself, free from the conditionings and the boundaries of the limited mind. What happens, then, is that you become awakened by everything. Everywhere you go, you encounter the teachings."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.]]>toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.]]>55:57noEncountering the Ancestors: Wang Wei (part 3 of 3)Tue, 02 Dec 2008 02:51:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik leads a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on May 18, 2008.

"Styling himself a latter-day Vimalakirti framed Wang Wei's dual life in the most positive terms. Not as a split or a straddle, one foot in the affairs in state, the other in monkhood, but as a unity; the best of both worlds. It states his understanding that fundamentally there are not two worlds, pure and impure, and that a true person of the Way may go anywhere unhindered." --The Roaring Stream

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"Styling himself a latter-day Vimalakirti framed Wang Wei's dual life in the most positive terms. Not as a split or a straddle, one foot in the affairs in state, the other in monkhood, but as a unity; the best of both worlds. It states his understanding that fundamentally there are not two worlds, pure and impure, and that a true person of the Way may go anywhere unhindered." --The Roaring Stream

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Mindful creativity - or Zen art, if you will - requires a certain kind of consciousness to be able to really call itself Zen art. There's a quality required, expressed in the body, of tranquillity; open, receptive, clear, awake presence. It's absolutely essential. In other words, not discriminating, not judgmental, not tangled up in ideas and concepts."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Mindful creativity - or Zen art, if you will - requires a certain kind of consciousness to be able to really call itself Zen art. There's a quality required, expressed in the body, of tranquillity; open, receptive, clear, awake presence. It's absolutely essential. In other words, not discriminating, not judgmental, not tangled up in ideas and concepts."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

Hidden on this mountain, many Buddhist monks
Chant sutras, meditate together;
Men on distant city walls gazing towards the peaks
See only white, enshrouding clouds.
-Wang Wei, A Poem to my Brothers and Sisters

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]]>37:43noAn Interview With RinsenSat, 25 Oct 2008 11:00:00 +0000In honor of the first anniversary of the Drinking Gourd Podcast, Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives an interview at the Toledo Zen Center on October 22, 2008.

"When I finally got to see a full-out Zen monastery, I was hooked. It really helped me by providing a specific way of working on this, and working with this whole contemplative intelligence, that I couldn't find in the Western approach."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.]]>In honor of the first anniversary of the Drinking Gourd Podcast, Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives an interview at the Toledo Zen Center on October 22, 2008.
"When I finally got to see a full-out Zen monastery, I was hooked. It really helped me by providing a specific way of working on this, and working with this whole contemplative intelligence, that I couldn't find in the Western approach."
For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.]]>45:16noPracticing Loving KindnessWed, 08 Oct 2008 03:15:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on May 14, 2008.

"To allow oneself to be carried away by a multitude of conflicting concerns, to surrender to too many demands, to commit oneself to too many people, to want to help everyone and everything is to succumb to violence. The frenzy kills the root of inner wisdom which makes work fruitful." -Thomas Martin, Conjectures of a Guilty Bystander

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"To allow oneself to be carried away by a multitude of conflicting concerns, to surrender to too many demands, to commit oneself to too many people, to want to help everyone and everything is to succumb to violence. The frenzy kills the root of inner wisdom which makes work fruitful." -Thomas Martin, Conjectures of a Guilty Bystander
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"If with kindly generosity one merely has the wish to soothe the aching heads of other beings, such merit knows no bounds. No need to speak, then, if the wish to drive away the endless pain of each and every living being, bringing them unbounded virtues." -Shantideva, The Way of the Bodhisattva

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]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on May 7, 2008.

"If with kindly generosity one merely has the wish to soothe the aching heads of other beings, such merit knows no bounds. No need to speak, then, if the wish to drive away the endless pain of each and every living being, bringing them unbounded virtues." -Shantideva, The Way of the Bodhisattva

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"How do you take a spiritually awakened individual and how does that individual engage their life? What are the qualities of an awakened being in the world? ...One of the aspects that you'll find in any of the traditions is there's an embracing of this sort of luminal not-knowing."

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]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on April 30, 2008.

"How do you take a spiritually awakened individual and how does that individual engage their life? What are the qualities of an awakened being in the world? ...One of the aspects that you'll find in any of the traditions is there's an embracing of this sort of luminal not-knowing."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>50:38noThe Way Out Is InTue, 09 Sep 2008 02:15:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik leads a talk and discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on April 23, 2008.

"Elements of the self come and go like clouds, without purpose. Greed, hate, and delusion appear and disappear like ocean foam. When you reach the heart of reality, you find neither self nor other, and even the worst kind of karma dissolves at once." -Yung-Chia

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]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik leads a talk and discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on April 23, 2008.

"Elements of the self come and go like clouds, without purpose. Greed, hate, and delusion appear and disappear like ocean foam. When you reach the heart of reality, you find neither self nor other, and even the worst kind of karma dissolves at once." -Yung-Chia

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>45:23noYung-Chia: Song of Realizing the Way (part 3 of 3)Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:30:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik leads a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on April 20, 2008.

"Let others criticise you. Let them condemn you. Trying to set the sky on fire, they'll just end up exhausted. I hear abusive words as though I were drinking ambrosia; everything melts, and suddenly I enter the inconceivable. When you understand the real value of abuse, your worst critic becomes a wise friend. If harsh words raise no waves of bitterness or pride, how better to show the persistence and compassion of the unborn?" -Yung-Chia

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Let others criticise you. Let them condemn you. Trying to set the sky on fire, they'll just end up exhausted. I hear abusive words as though I were drinking ambrosia; everything melts, and suddenly I enter the inconceivable. When you understand the real value of abuse, your worst critic becomes a wise friend. If harsh words raise no waves of bitterness or pride, how better to show the persistence and compassion of the unborn?" -Yung-Chia

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>42:05noYung-Chia: Song of Realizing the Way (part 2 of 3)Tue, 19 Aug 2008 02:30:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik leads a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on April 20, 2008.

"Seeing into the fundamental fact, you see into its expression as well." -Yung-Chia

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"Seeing into the fundamental fact, you see into its expression as well." -Yung-Chia

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]]>45:50noYung-Chia: Song of Realizing the Way (part 1 of 3)Tue, 12 Aug 2008 02:45:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik leads a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on April 20, 2008.

"Haven't you met someone seasoned in the Way of Ease, a person with nothing to do and nothing to master, who neither rejects thought nor seeks truth? The real nature of ignorance is buddha-nature itself. The empty, illusory body is the very body of the Dharma. When the Dharma-body is realized, there's nothing at all. The original nature of all things is innately Buddha." —Yung-Chia

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"Haven't you met someone seasoned in the Way of Ease, a person with nothing to do and nothing to master, who neither rejects thought nor seeks truth? The real nature of ignorance is buddha-nature itself. The empty, illusory body is the very body of the Dharma. When the Dharma-body is realized, there's nothing at all. The original nature of all things is innately Buddha." —Yung-Chia

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Coming from a Judeo-Christian theistically-based approach, there's an unconscious assumption -- or teaching, basically -- that moral and ethical guidelines come from someplace outside... something outside saying, 'This is what I expect.' In the teachings of the Buddhadharma, the moral and ethical precepts do not come from any outside source.... The moral and ethical teachings are expressions of how a realized Buddha lives their life. They are the description of how an awakened being interacts with themself and with others and with society."

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]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on April 16, 2008.

"Coming from a Judeo-Christian theistically-based approach, there's an unconscious assumption -- or teaching, basically -- that moral and ethical guidelines come from someplace outside... something outside saying, 'This is what I expect.' In the teachings of the Buddhadharma, the moral and ethical precepts do not come from any outside source.... The moral and ethical teachings are expressions of how a realized Buddha lives their life. They are the description of how an awakened being interacts with themself and with others and with society."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"One of the things that people run smack into when they come to a place like this for the first time is, there's a bunch of ritual happening. What's that all about? What's the deal with all the bowing and the incense and all that kind of thing? These are moments of re-awakening, if they're used well. They're supposed to be moments of re-checking-in to the moment, to the now."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on April 9, 2008.

"One of the things that people run smack into when they come to a place like this for the first time is, there's a bunch of ritual happening. What's that all about? What's the deal with all the bowing and the incense and all that kind of thing? These are moments of re-awakening, if they're used well. They're supposed to be moments of re-checking-in to the moment, to the now."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"What does it mean to be mindful of the body? This is always the entry gate.... Breath is part of the body awareness, cultivating the practice of being awake to this one breath. In many, many lineages of Buddhist practice, not just Zen, the beginning thing you do is sit down and work with the breath. It's no small thing to be able to actually, completely embody that breath... to just completely, fully, be awake and aware and alive to that breath."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on April 2, 2008.

"What does it mean to be mindful of the body? This is always the entry gate.... Breath is part of the body awareness, cultivating the practice of being awake to this one breath. In many, many lineages of Buddhist practice, not just Zen, the beginning thing you do is sit down and work with the breath. It's no small thing to be able to actually, completely embody that breath... to just completely, fully, be awake and aware and alive to that breath."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>42:07noAccord With The WayTue, 08 Jul 2008 02:00:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on March 26, 2008.

"The pure nature exists in the midst of delusions. With correct practice alone, remove the obstacles. If people in this world practice the Way, there is nothing whatsoever to hinder them. If they always make clear the guilt within themselves, then they will accord with the Way." —Hui Neng

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on March 26, 2008.

"The pure nature exists in the midst of delusions. With correct practice alone, remove the obstacles. If people in this world practice the Way, there is nothing whatsoever to hinder them. If they always make clear the guilt within themselves, then they will accord with the Way." —Hui Neng

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>49:23noNeither The Erroneous Nor The CorrectSat, 28 Jun 2008 12:00:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on March 19, 2008.

"Within the dark home of the passions, the sun of wisdom must at all times shine. Erroneous thoughts come because of the passions; when correct thoughts come the passions are cast aside. Use neither the erroneous nor the correct, and with purity you will attain to complete nirvana." -Hui Neng

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik gives a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on March 19, 2008.

"Within the dark home of the passions, the sun of wisdom must at all times shine. Erroneous thoughts come because of the passions; when correct thoughts come the passions are cast aside. Use neither the erroneous nor the correct, and with purity you will attain to complete nirvana." -Hui Neng

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Successive thoughts do not stop; prior thoughts, present thoughts, and future thoughts follow one after the other without cessation. If one instant of thought is cut off, the Dharma body separates from the physical body, and in the midst of successive thoughts there will be no place for attachment to anything. If one instant of thought clings, then successive thoughts cling; this is known as being fettered. If in all things successive thoughts do not cling, then you are unfettered." -Hui-Neng

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Successive thoughts do not stop; prior thoughts, present thoughts, and future thoughts follow one after the other without cessation. If one instant of thought is cut off, the Dharma body separates from the physical body, and in the midst of successive thoughts there will be no place for attachment to anything. If one instant of thought clings, then successive thoughts cling; this is known as being fettered. If in all things successive thoughts do not cling, then you are unfettered." -Hui-Neng

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Good friends, how then are meditation and wisdom alike? They are like the lamp and the light it gives forth. If there is a lamp, there is light; if there is no lamp, there is no light. The lamp is the substance of light; the light is the function of the lamp. Thus, although they have two names, in substance they are not two. Meditation and wisdom are also like this." — Hui-Neng

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Good friends, how then are meditation and wisdom alike? They are like the lamp and the light it gives forth. If there is a lamp, there is light; if there is no lamp, there is no light. The lamp is the substance of light; the light is the function of the lamp. Thus, although they have two names, in substance they are not two. Meditation and wisdom are also like this." — Hui-Neng

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Oftentimes in spiritual teaching, there is a great attempt to deny any kind of shadow, or any kind of difficulty, and it's important to acknowledge it.... It makes the teachings more alive and full and complete and real, but also real honest and very direct. The historical context has a direct influence on what these teachings are, and that's important to know and to acknowledge and to understand."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Oftentimes in spiritual teaching, there is a great attempt to deny any kind of shadow, or any kind of difficulty, and it's important to acknowledge it.... It makes the teachings more alive and full and complete and real, but also real honest and very direct. The historical context has a direct influence on what these teachings are, and that's important to know and to acknowledge and to understand."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>36:40noThis and That?Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on March 12, 2008.

"The tiny is the same as the large, once boundaries are forgotten."
-Relying on Mind, Seng-ts'an

This talk works with some of the differences between Taoist teachings and those of Zen.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on March 12, 2008.

"The tiny is the same as the large, once boundaries are forgotten."
-Relying on Mind, Seng-ts'an

This talk works with some of the differences between Taoist teachings and those of Zen.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>28:51noThe Virtue of Non-DoingSat, 10 May 2008 12:00:00 +0000Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on March 5, 2008.

"The wise have nothing to do, while the unwise tie themselves in
knots." -Relying on Mind, Seng-ts'an

This talk works with some of the similarities of Taoist teachings with those of Zen.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on March 5, 2008.

"The wise have nothing to do, while the unwise tie themselves in
knots." -Relying on Mind, Seng-ts'an

This talk works with some of the similarities of Taoist teachings with those of Zen.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"The Supreme Way by nature is all embracing. Not easy, not difficult.
But quibbling and hesitating, the more you hurry the slower you go.
Holding on to things wrecks your balance, inevitably throwing you off
course. But let everything go, be genuine, and the essence won't
leave or stay. Accept your nature, accord with the way, and stroll at
ease, trouble free." -Relying on Mind, Seng-ts'an

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Rinsen Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on February 27th, 2008.

"The Supreme Way by nature is all embracing. Not easy, not difficult.
But quibbling and hesitating, the more you hurry the slower you go.
Holding on to things wrecks your balance, inevitably throwing you off
course. But let everything go, be genuine, and the essence won't
leave or stay. Accept your nature, accord with the way, and stroll at
ease, trouble free." -Relying on Mind, Seng-ts'an

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"There is no need to seek the truth - just put a stop to your opinions! Dualistic constructs don't endure, so take care not to pursue them. As soon as positive and negative arise, the mind is lost in confusion. The two exist because of the one, but don't cling to oneness either..."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik presents a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on February 17th, 2008.

"There is no need to seek the truth - just put a stop to your opinions! Dualistic constructs don't endure, so take care not to pursue them. As soon as positive and negative arise, the mind is lost in confusion. The two exist because of the one, but don't cling to oneness either..."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"The Supreme Way is not difficult; it just precludes picking and choosing. Without yearning or loathing, the Way is perfectly apparent, while even a hairbreadth difference separates heaven and earth. To see the Way with your own eyes, quit agreeing and disagreeing. The battling of likes and dislikes - that's the disease of the mind..."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik presents a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on February 17th, 2008.

"The Supreme Way is not difficult; it just precludes picking and choosing. Without yearning or loathing, the Way is perfectly apparent, while even a hairbreadth difference separates heaven and earth. To see the Way with your own eyes, quit agreeing and disagreeing. The battling of likes and dislikes - that's the disease of the mind..."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"The Ultimate Truth is Beyond words. Doctrines are words, they are not the Way. The Way is wordless. Words are illusions; they are no different from things that appear in your dreams at night..." -Bodhidharma's Bloodstream Sermon.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on February 13th, 2008.

"The Ultimate Truth is Beyond words. Doctrines are words, they are not the Way. The Way is wordless. Words are illusions; they are no different from things that appear in your dreams at night..." -Bodhidharma's Bloodstream Sermon.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>50:36noOur Nature is the Mind, and the Mind is our Nature.Sun, 06 Apr 2008 03:00:00 +0000Jay Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on January 30th, 2008.

"Our Nature is the Mind, and the Mind is our Nature. This nature is the same as the mind of all buddhas. Buddhas of the past and future only transmit this mind. Beyond this mind, there is no Buddha anywhere..." -Bodhidharma's Bloodstream Sermon.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on January 30th, 2008.

"Our Nature is the Mind, and the Mind is our Nature. This nature is the same as the mind of all buddhas. Buddhas of the past and future only transmit this mind. Beyond this mind, there is no Buddha anywhere..." -Bodhidharma's Bloodstream Sermon.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Entering through practice refers to four all-encompassing practices: the practice of requiting animosity, the practice of accepting one's circumstances. The practice of craving nothing, and the practice of accord with the Dharma."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik presents a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on January 20th, 2008.

"Entering through practice refers to four all-encompassing practices: the practice of requiting animosity, the practice of accepting one's circumstances. The practice of craving nothing, and the practice of accord with the Dharma."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Entering through practice refers to four all-encompassing practices: the practice of requiting animosity, the practice of accepting one's circumstances. The practice of craving nothing, and the practice of accord with the Dharma."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik presents a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on January 20th, 2008.

"Entering through practice refers to four all-encompassing practices: the practice of requiting animosity, the practice of accepting one's circumstances. The practice of craving nothing, and the practice of accord with the Dharma."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

This workshop begins with a historical overview of Bodhidharma's time and the teachings ascribed to him as they relate to other spiritual teachings of the day. After this, Chikyo begins working with the text: "There are many avenues for entering the Way, but essentially they all are of two kinds: entering through Principle and entering through Practice..." - Bodhidharma's Two Entrances and Four Practices

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik presents a retreat workshop at the Toledo Zen Center on January 20th, 2008.

This workshop begins with a historical overview of Bodhidharma's time and the teachings ascribed to him as they relate to other spiritual teachings of the day. After this, Chikyo begins working with the text: "There are many avenues for entering the Way, but essentially they all are of two kinds: entering through Principle and entering through Practice..." - Bodhidharma's Two Entrances and Four Practices

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"There once was a beautiful young girl who loved nothing more than to gaze at her reflection in the mirror. Every morning she would get up and look and she was very well pleased with herself. One morning, however, she looked in the mirror, but she didn't see her reflection..."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Karen Zuihan Weik offers a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on January 16, 2008.

"There once was a beautiful young girl who loved nothing more than to gaze at her reflection in the mirror. Every morning she would get up and look and she was very well pleased with herself. One morning, however, she looked in the mirror, but she didn't see her reflection..."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>36:21noDark to the Mind, Radiant to the HeartSat, 15 Mar 2008 12:00:00 +0000Karen Zuihan Weik offers a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on January 9, 2008.

"Opening the space, what I really want to do is connect with you, connect with your heart. And have all of our hearts connect with one another, and the beauty of this silence, and this breath, and this vast and spacious moment without beginning, and without end. This is where I want to live with you..." - Karen Zuihan Weik

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Karen Zuihan Weik offers a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on January 9, 2008.

"Opening the space, what I really want to do is connect with you, connect with your heart. And have all of our hearts connect with one another, and the beauty of this silence, and this breath, and this vast and spacious moment without beginning, and without end. This is where I want to live with you..." - Karen Zuihan Weik

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"The Way is perfect like vast space / where nothing is lacking and nothing is in excess. / Indeed, it is due to our choosing to accept or reject / that we do not see the true nature of things." -Seng T'san, Faith Mind

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik presents a talk and leads a discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on December 19, 2007.

"The Way is perfect like vast space / where nothing is lacking and nothing is in excess. / Indeed, it is due to our choosing to accept or reject / that we do not see the true nature of things." -Seng T'san, Faith Mind

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"There are four basic ways that a bodhisattva will guide or help or engage sentient beings to the purpose of helping to relieve suffering. The first one is called Giving, the second one is Kind Speech, the third one is Beneficial Action, and the fourth one is called Identity Action."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation entitled, "Obstacles to Practice," given at the Toledo Zen Center on December 2, 2007.

"There are four basic ways that a bodhisattva will guide or help or engage sentient beings to the purpose of helping to relieve suffering. The first one is called Giving, the second one is Kind Speech, the third one is Beneficial Action, and the fourth one is called Identity Action."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Typically, what are taught as being the primary challenges or the main difficulties have to do with the six realms. In the center of those realms, there are three poisons that are providing the gravity that's holding these beings in these various realms of suffering. What those three poisons are called are Greed, Anger, and Ignorance."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation entitled, "Obstacles to Practice," given at the Toledo Zen Center on December 2, 2007.

"Typically, what are taught as being the primary challenges or the main difficulties have to do with the six realms. In the center of those realms, there are three poisons that are providing the gravity that's holding these beings in these various realms of suffering. What those three poisons are called are Greed, Anger, and Ignorance."

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"Today, our mission is to talk a little bit about the things that might get in the way of maintaining a spiritual practice; now that we have a sense of what the practice is, what kind of things arise that actually get in the way and obstruct and hinder us in that effort; and then some solutions. What can we do to help that?"

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation entitled, "Obstacles to Practice," given at the Toledo Zen Center on December 2, 2007.

"Today, our mission is to talk a little bit about the things that might get in the way of maintaining a spiritual practice; now that we have a sense of what the practice is, what kind of things arise that actually get in the way and obstruct and hinder us in that effort; and then some solutions. What can we do to help that?"

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at hermitageheart.org.

"For reasons as varied as the people who have them, we have a really hard time letting ourselves be. We find it almost impossible to just not be so aggressive with ourselves.... If you are sitting on that cushion and you have some subtle or overt aggressive gaining agenda... it's just a matter of time before you give the whole endeavor up. And probably you'd be better served to give it up, if that's what you're practicing. Better yet, to learn how to practice well; to practice with real sincerity."

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik offers a talk and leads discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on November 28, 2007.

"For reasons as varied as the people who have them, we have a really hard time letting ourselves be. We find it almost impossible to just not be so aggressive with ourselves.... If you are sitting on that cushion and you have some subtle or overt aggressive gaining agenda... it's just a matter of time before you give the whole endeavor up. And probably you'd be better served to give it up, if that's what you're practicing. Better yet, to learn how to practice well; to practice with real sincerity."

"From Master Dogen's Bodhidharma Shisoho: 'Giving means non greed.' This has to do with not just a physical thing.... In the dharma, the giving can be vastly more encompassing than material things. 'Giving means non-greed. Non-greed means not to covet. Not to covet means not to curry favor.... It is to give away unneeded belongings to someone you don’t know, to offer flowers blooming on a distant mountain to the womb of suchness itself, or to offer treasures you had in your former life to sentient beings.'"

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik offers a talk and discussion at the Toledo Zen Center on November 21, 2007.

"From Master Dogen's Bodhidharma Shisoho: 'Giving means non greed.' This has to do with not just a physical thing.... In the dharma, the giving can be vastly more encompassing than material things. 'Giving means non-greed. Non-greed means not to covet. Not to covet means not to curry favor.... It is to give away unneeded belongings to someone you don’t know, to offer flowers blooming on a distant mountain to the womb of suchness itself, or to offer treasures you had in your former life to sentient beings.'"

]]>39:46noHave No PreferencesFri, 21 Dec 2007 13:00:00 +0000This talk and discussion was led by Jay Chikyo Weik at the Toledo Zen Center on November 14, 2007.

The great way is not difficult / for those who have no preferences / When love and hate are both absent / everything becomes clear and undisguised / Make the smallest distinction however / and heaven and earth are set infinitely apart / If you wish to see the truth / then hold no opinions for or against anything / To set up what you like against what / you dislike is the disease of the mind / When the deep meaning of things is not understood / the mind's essential peace is disturbed to no avail. -Sosan Zenji, Faith Mind

]]>This talk and discussion was led by Jay Chikyo Weik at the Toledo Zen Center on November 14, 2007.

The great way is not difficult / for those who have no preferences / When love and hate are both absent / everything becomes clear and undisguised / Make the smallest distinction however / and heaven and earth are set infinitely apart / If you wish to see the truth / then hold no opinions for or against anything / To set up what you like against what / you dislike is the disease of the mind / When the deep meaning of things is not understood / the mind's essential peace is disturbed to no avail. -Sosan Zenji, Faith Mind

]]>46:16noThe Four Noble Truths (part 3 of 3)Wed, 12 Dec 2007 13:00:00 +0000Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation on the Four Noble Truths, given at the Toledo Zen Center on November 11, 2007. This is the third podcast of a three-part series.

"The second truth is that there is a cause for that [suffering]. There's a very specific thing that creates that sense of unsatisfaction. It's not just the way things are, actually. There's a reason why that's the way the experience communicates to us. And to make it as simple as we can, the cause of that suffering is basically craving, or thirst."

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation on the Four Noble Truths, given at the Toledo Zen Center on November 11, 2007. This is the third podcast of a three-part series.

"The second truth is that there is a cause for that [suffering]. There's a very specific thing that creates that sense of unsatisfaction. It's not just the way things are, actually. There's a reason why that's the way the experience communicates to us. And to make it as simple as we can, the cause of that suffering is basically craving, or thirst."

]]>59:33noThe Four Noble Truths (part 2 of 3)Wed, 05 Dec 2007 13:00:00 +0000Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation on the Four Noble Truths. This presentation was given at the Toledo Zen Center on November 11, 2007.

"One thing that will help make this talk a little more real, more helpful for you, is if you bear in mind that what we're talking about here is your own experience of your life. It's not an abstract.... It's not some story about how the universe came to be or anything like that. It's talking about how it is when you wake up in the morning; what it feels like between your bed and the bathroom; and how you deal with that child, that job, that ex-spouse, or that credit card. That's what it's about.... it's not intended to be abstract. However, it comes from a different culture; it comes from a very different time, and it takes a little digestion to get it to actually be helpful."

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation on the Four Noble Truths. This presentation was given at the Toledo Zen Center on November 11, 2007.

"One thing that will help make this talk a little more real, more helpful for you, is if you bear in mind that what we're talking about here is your own experience of your life. It's not an abstract.... It's not some story about how the universe came to be or anything like that. It's talking about how it is when you wake up in the morning; what it feels like between your bed and the bathroom; and how you deal with that child, that job, that ex-spouse, or that credit card. That's what it's about.... it's not intended to be abstract. However, it comes from a different culture; it comes from a very different time, and it takes a little digestion to get it to actually be helpful."

]]>43:52noThe Four Noble Truths (part 1 of 3)Wed, 28 Nov 2007 13:00:00 +0000Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation on the Four Noble Truths. This presentation was given at the Toledo Zen Center on November 11, 2007.

"Buddhism itself is a really large worldwide religion; there are many different facets and approaches. The Buddha himself taught for something like forty years, and he taught different things to different groups of folks.... The kinds of things that we're going to cover today would be included by any of the schools of Buddhism that exist, and there are many. But they all have certain things in common, and basically they revolve around these truths."

]]>Jay Chikyo Weik offers a presentation on the Four Noble Truths. This presentation was given at the Toledo Zen Center on November 11, 2007.

"Buddhism itself is a really large worldwide religion; there are many different facets and approaches. The Buddha himself taught for something like forty years, and he taught different things to different groups of folks.... The kinds of things that we're going to cover today would be included by any of the schools of Buddhism that exist, and there are many. But they all have certain things in common, and basically they revolve around these truths."

"So, what is it about? ...There are many different routes and different practices and different techniques... but, basically, they all lead to expressing your true nature."

Chikyo wishes to acknowledge Dennis Genpo Merzel Roshi and his Big Mind process, which influenced a portion of this presentation.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit www.toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at www.hermitageheart.org. For more information about Okugyo Aikido retreats with Chikyo and Bill Gleason Sensei, please visit www.shobuokugyo.com.

]]>The following mondo was presented by Jay Chikyo Weik at Shobu Okugyo Aikido retreat at Farm & Wilderness Center in Vermont on November 2, 2007.

"So, what is it about? ...There are many different routes and different practices and different techniques... but, basically, they all lead to expressing your true nature."

Chikyo wishes to acknowledge Dennis Genpo Merzel Roshi and his Big Mind process, which influenced a portion of this presentation.

For more information about the Toledo Zen Center, please visit www.toledozen.org. The Toledo Zen Center is a member of the Hermitage Heart Sangha, online at www.hermitageheart.org. For more information about Okugyo Aikido retreats with Chikyo and Bill Gleason Sensei, please visit www.shobuokugyo.com.

"So then [the Buddha] sat under a tree, and started to actually practice what we now know as zazen, sitting zen. In that process, he made a radical shift in his way of perceiving himself and the universe and everything around him. It's that shift in perception that has come to be called enlightenment, or awakening."

"So then [the Buddha] sat under a tree, and started to actually practice what we now know as zazen, sitting zen. In that process, he made a radical shift in his way of perceiving himself and the universe and everything around him. It's that shift in perception that has come to be called enlightenment, or awakening."

]]>01:01:23noseminar,spirituality,buddhism,zen,toledo,zazenStudy YourselfThu, 25 Oct 2007 22:00:00 +0000
"What the Dharma does is get into the heart of that 'I'. Who is the 'I' that believes this? Who is it that's experiencing this feeling? (Suzuki) Roshi points out that the point of the practice is not to create some deep feeling, some religious feeling, some spiritual feeling.... What is it that the practice is doing? The practice is helping us to study ourselves."